Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.46
- Local median
- 2.12
Early Childhood Kidcare, Inc. At Bartow Academy Kidcare
590 S Wilson Ave, Bartow, FL 33830
- License:
- C10PO0026
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 104
- License expiration:
- March 31, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Early Childhood Kidcare, Inc. At Bartow Academy Kidcare from March 22, 2023 through March 3, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 14, 2025 and involved child guidance, with a due date of April 11, 2025.
Four later inspections, from April 17, 2025 through March 3, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33830
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 29%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 5.29
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. SACCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed during a fire drill conducted, the staff did not possess current attendance roster nor emergency contacts for all children enrolled. The specialist advised that they would redo the fire drill and asked staff to grab the attendance and emergency contacts. The staff did complete the second fire drill with the current records in possession at time of inspection. TS was offered to encourage the staff to complete attendance utilizing face to name recognition to account for all children. TA was provided to ensure that during fire drills and emergency situations the provider possess contacts and current attendance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 21-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the girls restroom used by children in care with hand washing procedures that only included when to wash hands and not how. The provider posted hand washing procedures to include both how and when to wash hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hand washing procedures are posted near areas where toileting, diapering or food preparation take place.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 25 - Health and Sanitation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 25-15
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a training course within 90 days of starting at the facility. The staff started on 9/24/2024. The staff left the industry on 12/3/2024 and the staff returned to the facility on 1/21/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the staff starts a required training course from introductory training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 28-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
- 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The staff last signed on 1/12/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has a signed CAAN by the due date on file for Licensing to review. Specialist reviewed 8 staff files. TS was provided to ensure that all staff, owners and designated representatives have files on site for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 37-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there are many areas in the cafeteria that have peeling paint and all of these areas are accessible to children. TA was provided to sand and paint these areas.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.2, A, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the cabinet in the cafeteria is not locked and has Windex, Lysol, Roach spray and HD detergent disinfectant that is accessible to children. TA was provided to lock this cabinet or to move the chemicals out of the reach of children.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 13-03
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 your current process for maintaining and updating staff personnel records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that a recent inspection identified a missing annual child abuse and neglect reporting form in a staff file. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all required documentation is kept up to date for every staff member.
- Context
- The center has had several clean inspections since this finding was noted in March 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that hazardous materials are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from a previous year noted an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible to children. This question allows you to understand the current safety protocols for storing potentially harmful items.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the facility to ensure that all areas remain in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from a past inspection noted an area of the facility that needed repair. Asking about the center's maintenance routine provides insight into how they keep the environment safe and well-kept for the children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff members are prepared with the necessary documentation during emergency drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate a past observation where staff did not have the required attendance roster during a fire drill. It is helpful to ask how the center currently practices these drills to ensure staff are fully prepared for emergencies.
- Context
- This issue was addressed and corrected at the time of the inspection in March 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all new staff members complete their required training within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show a finding from an inspection regarding the timing of introductory training for a staff member. This question helps you understand how the center tracks and manages staff development requirements.
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