little footprints of sunshine llc

LAKELAND, FLFamily Day Care HomeLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity10
HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Est. price$1,082/mo

Contact information

CityLAKELAND, FL 33801

CountyPOLK

Phone8638594523

Operating details

HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM

Capacity10

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/1/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

Daycare Location

This daycare is located in LAKELAND, FL (33801).

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  3. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/1/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 104/1/2026

    10. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (10-01)

    Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the locking devices on the cabinets in the kitchen were open and the gate was not closed. This left access to the chemicals under the kitchen sink. The latches were closed; returning the home to compliance for this standard. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the specialist was told by the provider that no one at the home smokes. The specialist did not observe any materials to suggest that there is smoking on the premises. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 934d085d-9da6-4e89-a1ff-fa9136b7f30c)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

1Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,082/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: 10
  • Type: Family Day Care Home

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