Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch
BRADENTON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address4225 Concept Ct, Bradenton FL, 34211
CountyMANATEE
Phone9417279072
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:15PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:15PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:15PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:15PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:15PM
Capacity174
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High11
- Medium5
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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4225 Concept Ct, Bradenton FL, 34211, BRADENTON, FL 34211
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/22/2026
- High3
- Medium-High8
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 404/22/2026
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-20)
Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ diaper cream]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have written permission from parents/guardians before they began administering the diaper ointment. The director was given until May 4, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 K. Medication. K. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed. 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 During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 130 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 130 of the 130 childrens records. 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 During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 27 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 27 of the 27 employee records. Due: 5/4/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 7d84581e-6e5d-4445-b1ed-3bb8bf58dd82)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 334/22/2026
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: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 27 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 27 of the 27 employee records. The director was given until May 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel that did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section,as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Due: 5/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 7d84581e-6e5d-4445-b1ed-3bb8bf58dd82)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 234/22/2026
23. (23-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 3/31/2026. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 03/10/2026. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 02/2027. ***During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 20 adults and 119 children present. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire Extinguisher that is on the 2013 Chevy was not properly maintained. The last service was done on 3/2025. The director was given until May 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.8.2 B Fire Safety -B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. Due: 5/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 7d84581e-6e5d-4445-b1ed-3bb8bf58dd82)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 174/22/2026
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: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the jungle gym has rust on it. The director was given until May 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 5/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 7d84581e-6e5d-4445-b1ed-3bb8bf58dd82)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 124/22/2026
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: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the 2020 Collins the windshield at the bottom has a crack. On the 2013 Chevy the flooring up front by the center console is torn and exposing the material that is under it. On the 2013 the following seats are torn and exposing the foam: the 1st and 3rd seat on the driver side and the 2nd seat on the passenger side. There is paint peeling on the left side of the wall in the bathroom that is in between the dolphin and seagull classrooms. In the Crane classroom the sink does not work(the teacher has a bucket covering it and stated to the licensing specialist that the sink does not work). There is paint peeling on the wall that is behind the trash can and behind the diaper changing table in the bathroom that is in between the crane and turtle classrooms. The toilet does not work in the bathroom that is in between the crane and turtle classrooms. In the turtle classroom the cubbies to the left is broken and has a sharp piece. In the Guppy classroom there is torn foam blocks. The director was given until May 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. 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. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 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 Due: 5/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 7d84581e-6e5d-4445-b1ed-3bb8bf58dd82)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 409/8/2025
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-17)
Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was non-prescription medication expired at the time of the inspection. The medication expired on 7/31/2025 and 4/30/2025. The Operator has been given a due date of 10/8/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. 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 Due: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-08. View official inspection document (report f4c35bad-dea0-4d80-978b-81f53e6b35e1)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 409/8/2025
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-09)
The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have written authorization forms for 6 non-prescription medications, 4 diaper creams and 2 sunscreens. The Operator was given until 10/8/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 D and K. Medication. D. In the event of an emergency, non-prescription medication that is not brought in by the parent or legal guardian can be dispensed only if the program has written permission from the parent or legal guardian to do so. K. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed. Due: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-08. View official inspection document (report f4c35bad-dea0-4d80-978b-81f53e6b35e1)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 039/8/2025
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: 2:6 infants 1:7 One-year-olds 2:6 Mixed (5 one-year-olds, 1 Two-year-old) 2:8 Two-year-olds 2:8 Two-year-olds 1:16 - Four-year-olds 2:10 Three-year-olds 2:14 Mixed (10 Two-year-olds, 4 Three-year-olds) 1:11 Three-year-olds 1:10 Three-year-olds 7 staff Ratio after standard was brought back into compliance: 2:6 infants 2:7 One-year-olds 2:6 Mixed (5 one-year-olds, 1 Two-year-old) 2:8 Two-year-olds 2:8 Two-year-olds 1:16 - Four-year-olds 2:10 Three-year-olds 2:14 Mixed (10 Two-year-olds, 4 Three-year-olds) 1:11 Three-year-olds 1:10 Three-year-olds 6 staff During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that in the one-year-old classroom 7 children with 1 personnel. This standard was brought back into compliance in that another staff member came into the classroom while the licensing specialist was still in the classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.402.305(4), F.S. (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. (b) This subsection does not apply to nonpublic schools and their integral programs as defined in s. 402.3025(2)(d)1. In addition, an individual participating in a community service program activity under s. 445.024(1)(e), or a work experience activity under s. 445.024(1)(f), at a child care facility may not be considered in calculating the staff-to children ratio. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-08. View official inspection document (report f4c35bad-dea0-4d80-978b-81f53e6b35e1)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 445/12/2025
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: During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 32 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 32 of the 32 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing observed 6 personnel that did not have a Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Form signed annually. The director was given until June 12, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 C Personnel Records C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Compliance Comments Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed the Background Screening Clearinghouse Rooster. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-12. View official inspection document (report 4f917a5d-8ed5-4281-bdaf-92813dee5e2e)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 335/12/2025
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: During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 32 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 32 of the 32 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. Specialist reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel did not finish her 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until June 12, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the childcare industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Childcare personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-12. View official inspection document (report 4f917a5d-8ed5-4281-bdaf-92813dee5e2e)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 305/12/2025
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the Guppy classrooms that the changing mat were ripped exposing the foam. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by replacing the diaper changing mat. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Diapering Requirements - E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-12. View official inspection document (report 4f917a5d-8ed5-4281-bdaf-92813dee5e2e)
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$956/month
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About this daycare
- Location: BRADENTON, MANATEE County
- Capacity: 174
- Type: Child Care Facility
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