Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.18
- Local median
- 0.88
Alpha Kid Care Inc At Valleyview Kid Care
2900 E Road 540a, Lakeland, FL 33813
- License:
- C10PO0216
- 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: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 95
- License expiration:
- February 28, 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 inspectionMay 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Alpha Kid Care Inc At Valleyview Kid Care from February 17, 2023 through May 18, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 26, 2024 and involved recordkeeping.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Six later inspections, from October 16, 2024 through May 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33813
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 2.05
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 [some of the brochures were expired.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had expired distracted adult brochures in their file. 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
- Official code
- 36-10
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
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) 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 facility's last inspection was completed on 11/30/21 and this year was completed on 1/27/23. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 2/10/23 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 1/9/23 (weather) and 12/7/22 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in February 2023. A fire drill was conducted on today's date with the CCR counselor present.
- 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 OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 21-02
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
How does the center ensure that all required annual safety inspections are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted that the facility did not have a current annual fire safety inspection on file at that time. Public records show this was corrected at the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
- Context
- Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for keeping parent information and required safety documentation current in student files?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 indicate that some required safety brochures in student files were expired. This was addressed at the time of the inspection, and the center has had clean reports since that date.
- Context
- Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about new safety policies or updated handbook requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication helps families stay informed about important safety protocols and administrative updates. Understanding how the center shares this information ensures parents feel confident in the partnership regarding their child's care.
General question
How do you handle staff training to ensure everyone is familiar with emergency drill procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing how staff are prepared for emergency situations provides insight into the center's commitment to readiness. This helps parents understand the level of training and consistency maintained across the facility.
General question
What steps does the center take to maintain an organized and efficient record-keeping system for all children enrolled?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Effective record-keeping is essential for managing health, safety, and contact information for every child. Discussing this process helps parents understand how the center manages administrative responsibilities to support daily operations.