Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.65
- Local median
- 1.6
Grow Early Learning Project Dundee Educational Campus
451 E Frederick Ave, Dundee, FL 33838
- License:
- C10PO0112
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 4:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 97
- 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
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 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Grow Early Learning Project Dundee Educational Campus from March 7, 2023 through April 29, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of April 23, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in four 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
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 11
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33838
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 35%
- Local median
- 37%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 3.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 31, 2023March 20, 2025April 22, 2025March 24, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 31, 2023October 2, 2023Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- The bus that is listed in the supplemental with a License number did not have a proper working alarm. TA was provided to have the alarm fixed by the due date. The other bus was in working order. Licensing Specialist reviewed a vehicle inspection which is current through 10/22/26 and 6/23/26. Licensing Specialist reviewed the vehicle insurance which is valid through 5/1/26.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the restrooms in all classrooms only had lighting up to 9.79-13.26. TA was provided to add lightbulbs to the fixtures or update the bulbs in order to meet the 20 ft candle requirement by the due date. All classrooms lighting was checked, and all classrooms met the 20 ft candle and 50 ft candle above all tables.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the provider was not able to get the horn to sound properly in the one-minute requirement. TA was provided to have the alarm repaired by the due date.. Vehicle Alarm requirements: The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
- Report comments
- The driver listed in the supplemental has CPR that does not include infant training and has been driving. TA was provided that CPR must include infant CPR. The staff will have until the due date to complete the training.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the white van did not have the horn sound in the required 1 minute. The horn will need to be adjusted by the due date. TA was provided. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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
- Report comments
- The fire inspection was conducted 1/29/24 and expired 1/29/25. The new fire inspection was then conducted on 3/14/25 placing this competed at the time of the inspection. TA was provided that the fire inspection should be completed prior to the expiration of the previous fire expiration. A fire inspection is required annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- At the time of re-inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF- FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed forms today. • Counselor reviewed all 39 Child Care Personnel files. •
- 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
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. The bus (Thomas Built Bus) with tag # BHB3801 alarm is not functioning correctly (alarm does not sound at distance of 500 feet from the vehicle). Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the alarm system repaired/replaced prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [provider advised the information was not given]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor reviewed all childrens files determined that no children had a Distracted Adult brochure in their file for April 2023. Provider advised brochure was not given to parents. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September and a copy placed in the child's file. Provider advised that 72 children are enrolled, Counselor reviewed 26 files (J S)
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor was unable to review Child Care Personnel files as the files were lock in a cabinet and no Child Care Personnel on site had access to the cabinet. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all files and documents are available for licensing to review. Not Monitored Comments At the time of inspection, provider was unable to access Child Care Personnel files. Counselor was unable to review, putting this standard not monitored.
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Inspector notes
- FSC reviewed the facility's clearinghouse roster and observed failure to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel. TA: FSC advised provider to complete update by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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 ensuring vehicle safety alarms are functioning properly before children are transported?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where vehicle alarms were found to be in need of repair during inspections. This question helps clarify the steps the center takes to maintain these safety features on a daily basis.
- Context
- The most recent report from March 2026 noted an alarm issue, which was assigned a correction due date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training or certification requirements do you have for staff members who drive children in center vehicles?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that transportation-related standards, including staff training and vehicle equipment, have been a recurring topic in recent reports. Understanding your current training protocols helps families feel confident about the qualifications of the drivers.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the lighting levels in classrooms to ensure they meet the required standards for the children's environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 identified a need to update lighting in classrooms to meet safety standards. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the facility manages ongoing maintenance.
- Context
- This was noted as a correction item in the March 2026 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you explain how the center stays on top of annual requirements, such as fire safety inspections, to ensure they are always current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate an instance where an annual fire safety inspection was not completed before the previous one expired. This question allows the center to explain the administrative systems in place to track these important deadlines.
- Context
- The issue was addressed and resolved at the time of the March 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining organized and accessible records for both children and staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that recordkeeping has been a topic of discussion in past reports. Asking about your current organizational practices helps parents understand how you ensure that all necessary documentation is properly maintained and available.
Related violations