Early Learning Academy Lantana, Inc.
LAKE WORTH, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1969 Lantana Rd, Lake Worth FL, 33462
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5615880333
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity48
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/22/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High6
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1969 Lantana Rd, Lake Worth FL, 33462, LAKE WORTH, FL 33462
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/22/2025
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 1610/22/2025
16. (16-04)
Improper storage of unnecessary materials/equipment was observed as evidenced by [Liquid snow stored in kitchen ontop of cabinets]. Comments: Provider removed the liquid snow from the kitchen. Compliance Comments Water fountains and dispensers observed at time of inspection. 17. Water Fountains Per Licensed Capacity (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 18. Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 1810/22/2025
18. (18-05)
The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be clean and sanitary: [build up dust on the air vent in the 3/4 years old restroom]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: Built- up dust observed on the air vent in the 3/4 years old restroom. Teacher cleaner air vent in the 3/4 years old restroom at time of inspection. 19. Water System DEP/DOH Standards (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 2210/22/2025
22. (22-03)
The facility failed to provide sufficient lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on work surfaces while the room was used for instruction in the [3/4 years old] area. (Section 10.1, number 2) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: 3/4 years old classroom, light observed at 33.7 candle foot of light. 23. Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article X.D) (Article X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Compliance Due: 11/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3110/22/2025
31. (31-03)
The facility failed to provide a ground cover or other protective surface under the [Play equipment with height.] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. (Section 11.2, number 3) Safety [SR] Comments: Fallzone surfacing observed only in front of slide. Requires around the entire playground equipment structure. Provide specifications of fall zone surfacing. 32. First Aid Supplies Complete with Manual (Article XIII.A) (Article XIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32) Compliance 33. Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35) Compliance 34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance 35. Field Trips and Swimming Activities (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 8 Field Trip Activity, Pages 20-21) Not Applicable 36. Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3610/22/2025
36. (36-01)
The facility failed to keep all cleaning supplies inaccessible to children; [liquid toilet bowl cleaner] was observed [3/4 years old restroom, underneath the sink's cabinet.], a location accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR] Comments: Liquid toilet bowl cleaner stored in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the 3/4 years old restoom. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3610/22/2025
36. (36-04)
An unlabeled bottle of [bleach and water] was observed in the [4 years old classroom.]. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR] Comments: Staff labeled bleach and water solution. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3610/22/2025
36. (36-11)
Requirements for use of electric fans were not met in that fans were not permanently installed/screened/out of children's reach. Comments: Fans stored on lower shelf in the 2 years old and 3/4 years old classroom, within reach of children, Due: 11/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 4610/22/2025
46. (46-27)
A food service worker/child care provider handled food without proper handwashing. (Section 12.2, number 3) Food And Nutrition [SR] Comments: Bulk dispensing food received from Diana Food Group, kitchen is equipped with a 3 compartment sink. Minimum sinks requirement to receive catered food/ serve food. 1 handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink in the food preparation area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 4610/22/2025
46. (46-43)
The lighting in the food preparation area was not shielded. (Section 17.1, number 1) Food And Nutrition [SR] Comments: Observed kitchen ceiling lights without a shield/ cover. 47. Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H) (Article XII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.4 Breastmilk, Infant Formula and Food, Pages 40-41) Not Applicable MEDICATION 48. Prescription Only (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Not Applicable 49. Medication Storage (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Not Applicable 50. Written Medication Authorization (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Not Applicable 51. Medication Log (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Not Applicable COMMUNICABLE DISEASE Due: 11/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-22. View official inspection document (report 69d5b74c-dc04-47db-ab10-5ef7ccbbee7f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 334/17/2025
33. (33-01)
The facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the day of the occurrence. (Section 15.1, number 1) Safety [SR] Comments: Unusual incident not reported on incident/accident report. 34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Not Monitored 35. Field Trips and Swimming Activities (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 8 Field Trip Activity, Pages 20-21) Not Monitored 36. Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Not Monitored 37. Pet Prohibited (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Not Monitored 38. Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Not Monitored 39. Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A) Not Monitored 40. Control Point (Article X.A) (Article X.A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 41. Meals and Snacks (Article XII.A and C) (Article XII.A and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42) Not Monitored 42. Special Diets/Food Restrictions (Articles XII.D and E) (Articles XII.D and E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42) Not Monitored 43. No Propped Bottles or Mechanical Devices (Article XII.G) (Article XII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17) Not Monitored 44. Menu Posted/Filed (Article XII.F) (Article XII.F) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-17. View official inspection document (report 745248dc-d786-4985-8709-7e62919be3fc)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 334/10/2025
33. Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (33-01)
The facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the day of the occurrence. Safety [SR] Comments: Incident report was completed at time of inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-10. View official inspection document (report 5bc8486c-0e03-4ca2-bab7-b96c3ac8af5f)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKE WORTH, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 48
- Type: Child Care Facility
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