Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.2
- Local median
- 1.17
Steam Preschool Academy On Lakeview
2170 Lakeview Dr, Sebring, FL 33870
- License:
- C10HI0022
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 95
- License expiration:
- July 27, 2026
Typical cost: $953 - $993 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953 - $993/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 - $45.84
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Highlands County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 20, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Steam Preschool Academy On Lakeview from March 22, 2023 through April 20, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 24 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 17, 2026 and involved transportation.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 24
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 4
5 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33870
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 43%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 2.94
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024April 26, 2024June 3, 2024July 19, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024April 26, 2024July 19, 2024March 17, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 19, 2024March 17, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 20, 2023March 17, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Child safety restraint was not replaced after a recall, past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or after being involved in a crash. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 booster seats that were past their expiration date. One expired in 2021 and the other in 2023. The provider removed the booster seats while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked. The lighting in the 4 - school age room had a light fixture with a bulb out and the lighting measured 10.13-foot candles. The work area measured 76.0-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date. The remaining classrooms measured: 1-year-old classroom measured 73.5-foot candles over the work areas & 68.7-foot candles in the remainder of the room • 2-year-old classroom measured 82.0-foot candles over the work areas & 35.3-foot candles in the remainder of the room • 3-year-old classroom measured 93.0-foot candles over ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [include the required amount of food groups.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys menu and observed on multiple days, the facility did not have an adequate amount of food groups. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the menu prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that breakfast must include 3 food groups, lunch must include 5 food groups and snack 2 food groups.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had expired training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. The staff signed one while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several ac/exhaust vents throughout the facility with an excess of lint/dust/debris. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the green picnic table has a crack in the seat and the yellow picnic table has a hole in the seat. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove from the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a hole in the fence near the rear gate that had been cut that measured 6 1/2 inches. The provider stated the facility recently had a plumbing issue and the hole was probably created by the plumbers. Technical assistance was given to the provider to fix the hole prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an open box of Rice Krispies that was not properly sealed. Technical assistance was given to the provider that dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the tree roots were still present and also a PCV pipe near the door leading to the playground was still exposed. The provider stated the playground was due to be worked on this Wednesday and unitary surface is being installed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to cover the tree roots or install a barrier (such as a fence) and cover or remove the PCV pipe prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [all stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the playground near the VPK classroom still did not have sufficient mulch located around all stationary equipment (climbing equipment, merry go round and blue and red car). The areas measured 0 - 2 inches. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch if the unitary surface is not completed prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the wall between the front classroom and VPK classroom still has not been repaired and has a section of the drywall that is broken and pulled away from the wall. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the wall repaired prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the tree roots were still present and also a PCV pipe near the door leading to the playground was exposed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to cover the tree roots or install a barrier (such as a fence) and cover or remove the PCV pipe prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ stationary equipment on the playground behind the VPK classroom] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the playground near the VPK classroom still did not have sufficient mulch located around all stationary equipment (climbing equipment, merry go round and blue and red car). The areas measured 0 - 2 inches. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several seats in the transportation vehicle were very dirty. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the seats and vehicle prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a section of the drywall between the front classroom and VPK classroom that was broken and was unattached from the wall. Also, the hand wash sink located in the kitchen was leaking and had a plastic bin to collect the water. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the sink and wall prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor checklist. A sample daily indoor checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple areas of tree roots (some large) that posed a tripping hazard on the playground behind the VPK classroom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the tree roots or cover with mulch prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the fire extinguisher located in the transportation van was rated at 1A:10BC. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a tagged and inspected fire extinguisher rated at a minimum of 2A10BC prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded that the fire extinguisher needs to be mounted permanently in the event of a collision. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/14/24 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 3/11/24 (lockdown) and 1/10/24 (weather). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in August 2023.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary equipment on the playground behind the VPK classroom] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the stationary equipment (climbing equipment, merry go round and blue and red car) on the playground behind the VPK classroom did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 1- 2 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The provider stated the facility will be installing a unitary surface soon. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test dat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental started the required DCF 40-hour training after the 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive ] . CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 TA: FSC advised provider to complete and submit by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K. • TA: Provider achieved compliance at time of inspection by updating the current Employee/Contractor Roster.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection it was revealed that an incident report was not written for child that fell off the play work bench. The noncompliance was resolved because the child no longer attends facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the current process for checking the expiration dates of child safety seats used during transportation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show that expired booster seats were found in use. The provider corrected this at the time of the inspection, and asking about the current process helps clarify how equipment is monitored for safety.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all drivers maintain up-to-date medical documentation and required certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that transportation-related documentation, including driver physicals, has been a topic of concern in past reports. This question helps parents understand the current administrative oversight for transportation staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that daily menus consistently meet all nutritional requirements for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some menus did not include the required number of food groups. Asking about the current menu planning process helps parents understand how the facility ensures nutritional standards are met.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the facility maintain its indoor environment to ensure that areas remain in good repair and properly cleaned?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where facility maintenance and cleanliness were noted during inspections between 2024 and 2026. This question allows the director to explain the current routine for facility upkeep and repairs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the daily routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains safe for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 indicate that playground equipment and surfaces were occasionally found in need of maintenance or repair. Asking about the current daily inspection routine helps parents understand how the facility manages outdoor safety.
Related violations