Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.33
- Local median
- 1.54
Small World Learning Center
1049 W Morrill St, Avon Park, FL 33825
- License:
- C10HI0543
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 6:30AM to 11:59PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 35
- License expiration:
- August 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 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for Small World Learning Center from April 24, 2023 through April 27, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 27, 2026 and involved administrative posting.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 6
10 in last 12 months
19 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 0 local median in 33825
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 19%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 2.93
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
December 21, 2023September 17, 2025December 18, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
April 25, 2024June 7, 2024December 18, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
August 18, 2025September 17, 2025December 18, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 17, 2025December 18, 2025January 5, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 25, 2024January 5, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 18, 2025September 17, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed neither classroom had their capacity posted. The provider posted the signs while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the signs remain posted and any changes to the floor plans must be reported prior to the licensing specialist or office.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys menu and observed on todays date, the children were to be served beef bologna sandwiches on whole wheat bread, lettuce, tomatoes, bananas and milk. The children were served chicken nuggets, french fries, peaches, milk and ketchup. The provider updated the menu with the substitutions while the specialist was still present. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the menu prior to the due date and was reminded that the menu must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians and any substitutions must be noted.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current/valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. The provider was reminded that for 25 or less staff, 3 people must be onsite with current/valid CPR and in direct supervision of the children.
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Provider was reminded that for 25 or less staff, 3 people must be onsite with current First Aid.
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the infant/ 1-year-old classroom did not have a hand wash sign posted near the sink. The provider hung a sign 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
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the infant room did not have diaper changing procedures posted near the changing table. The provider hung the sign while the specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40-hour training within 90-days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current/valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by December 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider that a minimum of 3 staff for a facility with 25 staff or less and in direct supervision of the children must be on hand with valid First Aid while children are in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by December 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental started employment prior to a cleared background screening being obtained. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff cannot begin employment until a cleared background screening has been received.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, it was discovered during interviews that the Unscreened Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental was left alone inside the infant classroom with two children on 9/16/25. Technical assistance was provided that no unscreened individual left alone with children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider completed Level 2 background screening via clearinghouse. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel completed School Readiness training on 9/21/25. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a five year work history verification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete five-year work history is completed on child care personnel prior to hiring
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed Attestation of Good Moral Character on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Attestation of Good Moral Character is on file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on 7/10/2025 and the prior year was completed on 6/26/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved and passed fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 8/1/25 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 7/7/25 (lockdown) and 9/5/24 (weather). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in July 2025. A fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist using the fire panel, which sounded the alarm.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the only staff onsite did not have pediatric CPR. The card only read First Aid, CPR and AED. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the CPR card/course that includes pediatric prior to the due date. Additionally, the remaining 2 staff also had the same CPR cards as the staff onsite which did not include pediatric.
- Correction status
- Due by August 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 11 childrens files and observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 licensing specialist observed the handle on the kitchen faucet was still missing a handle and the toilet tank lid still had a crack (provider glued). Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the faucet handle or faucet assembly and replace the toilet tank lid or toilet with a new lid prior to the due date. Provider was encouraged to reach out to licensing with any questions.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: Multiple areas around/throughout the facility with broken, rotten or missing wood along the bottom of the walls that was accessible to the children. The areas were located on the playground and also along the front and side of the facility. 1. The door in the bathroom leading outside has a gap along the top that could allow bugs, ants, etc. to enter. 2. The toilet lid in the bathroom was broken and been patched 3. The handle is missing from the faucet in the kitchen 4. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace all rotten/missing wood around the facility, replace the door in the bathroom s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the main classroom had lighting that measured 10.92 - 18.8-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the light bulbs with brighter bulbs or replace the fixtures prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the work areas in the main classroom had lighting that measured 13.09 - 18.8- foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the light bulbs with brighter bulbs or replace the fixtures prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
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 inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following on the playground: Sandbags 1. Water hose & water hose reel 2. 2 tree stumps painted blue with rotten wood 3. A large gap in the concrete near the oak tree 4. The wooden picnic table needs to be cleaned/pressure washed 5. Several pieces of old equipment were located in the front of the facility that are no longer in use. 6. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the tree stumps or install a barrier (such as a fence) around them to prevent the children from accessing, remove the sandbags, water hose and water hose reel, clean the picnic table, remove the old/broken equipment and fill in t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several areas of fencing that has separated from the support pole and has a gap between the pole and the fencing. Also, the gate located near the rear of the facility has a 6-inch gap from the ground to the bottom pole of the gate. Technical assistance was given to the provider to re-attach the fencing to the poles and fill in the gap under the gate or install a barrier such as wood, cinder blocks, etc. on the outside of the gate prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ County Public Health Unit phone number]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the emergency phone numbers posted was missing the health department's phone number. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the emergency numbers must include: 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider to update the emergency phone list prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, three staff did not have the supplement form in their file. TA: The staff will need to have the supplement form signed and dated then placed in their file before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 19.5, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were three staff that did not have a 5131 form on file. TA: The staff will need to fill out a 5131 form before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 explain the current process for ensuring that enough staff members are always on-site with valid CPR and first aid certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show instances where the facility did not have an adequate number of staff trained in CPR and first aid on-site. This question helps parents understand the current staffing practices and how the center maintains coverage to meet health requirements.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple findings related to CPR and first aid training coverage in recent reports.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to verify that all new employees have completed their background screenings before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that staff members were observed starting employment prior to cleared background screenings being obtained. This question allows the director to explain the current hiring and screening verification process.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are properly supervised and that any individuals who have not yet completed their background screenings are never left alone with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding background screening documentation and instances where unscreened individuals were left alone with children. Asking about current supervision practices helps parents understand how the center protects children and maintains compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for maintaining the facility's physical environment, such as ensuring that all equipment is in good repair and that safety hazards are addressed promptly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate multiple findings over the past few years regarding facility maintenance, including broken or missing wood and equipment in need of repair. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors and maintains its physical space.
Related violations
General question
How do you keep parents informed about daily routines and any changes to the planned menu or other important center activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication about daily schedules and meal plans helps parents feel confident in the care their children receive. This question provides insight into how the center manages information sharing and transparency with families.