Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.38
- Local median
- 1.71
A Blessed Child II
245 E Bullard Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853
- License:
- C10PO0232
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 43
- License expiration:
- April 24, 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 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for A Blessed Child II from January 26, 2023 through April 21, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 22 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 13, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of April 12, 2026.
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
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 22
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 3
6 in last 12 months
17 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 16.5 local median in 33853
Compared to 26 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 4.27
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 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
April 18, 2024December 17, 2025March 13, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 18, 2024August 19, 2025March 13, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 21, 2023August 21, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [driver signature]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to document the signature of the driver who verified all children exited the vehicle. Technical assistance was provided that a log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. And to ensure the form is documented completely. This standard was brought back into compliance. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys vent covered with dust. Also, the floor appeared not swept properly under the table and in corners were dust, dirt, and debris. Technical assistance was provided that all school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the parts of the facilitys laminate flooring is peeling and/or missing. Technical assistance was provided that all school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the transportation van used to transport children in care with the fire extinguishers in the van placed between the driver seat and front passenger seat that was not secured onto anything. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers are secured in the vehicles by the due date
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 12-06
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed strap wood on the playground accessible to the children in care. Provider recently completed some woodwork on the ramp leading outside and left the leftover wooden on the playground. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the outdoor play area without shade. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must have a shaded area for children.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 17-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have the fire inspection conducted annually. Last year the facility fire inspection was conducted on 1/15/25 and this year fire inspection was conducted on 3/3/26. Technical assistance was provided that a copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. This standard was brought back into compliance when the fire inspection was completed. • Fire drills were conducted on 5/25/25, 6/24/25, 7/22/25, 8/27/25, 9/21/25, 10/21/25, 11/19/25, 12/30/25, 1/14/26, and 2/13/26. • A fire drill was conducted today in ... [truncated]
- 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
- 21-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not written]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that facilitys menu dated 12/15/25 to 12/19/25. Technical assistance was provided that meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place accessible to parents.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 23 - Food Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 23-21
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [the items shows signs of wear]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Speicalist observed the facility tables taped together with gray duct tape. Also, the high heels shoes used in dramatic play fell apart and had holes. Also, the pool table fabric was separating from the table. Technical assistance was provided that equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas should be sturdy, safe and in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 26 - Indoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 26-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the name Director credential expired on 2/12/26. The facility does not have an active director. Technical assistance was provided that per Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director.
- Correction status
- Due by August 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 29 - Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Official code
- 29-01
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2, A (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 current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. Technical assistance was provided that each school-age child care program must have at least one child care personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. The CPR the Child Care Personnel possessed was on-line based training. Provider was encouraged to review the Child Care Facility Handbook for guidance. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - CPR Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 31-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist was advised by the Designated Representative that the attendances (sign-in and sign-out logs) for December 2025 to February 2026 are housed at the facilitys sister facility (A Blessed Child Pre-School Day Care, Inc C10PO0224). Technical assistance was provided that records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 39 - Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 39-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not reflect the children present]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (2-year-old) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. The children were moved into on classroom as the numbers when down but was not accounted for. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider complet ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 39 - Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 39-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete inspections during the months of September, October and November 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing.
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 27 - Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12
- Official code
- 27-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 4 staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 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 - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-04
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B 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 did not have an Attestation of Good Moral Character form in their file. The staff completed the form while the licensing specialist was present putting them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the staff files and the staff that is listed in the supplemental did not complete the additional SR training by June 30, 2024. TA was provided that the staff will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-16
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not complete a weather drill for the licensure year 2023-2024. A weather drill was conducted with the Licensing Specialist at the time of the inspection. Fire drills had been conducted monthly and the last fire drill was conducted on 7/15/24. The lock down was conducted on 1/18/23.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the dirt has built up at the base of the fencing in several areas and it does not measure the 48" requirement. TA was provided for the provider to dig out the buildup of dirt, and if the bottom of the fencing is loose then the provider will need to secure the fencing with a tighter wire. The gate also needs to be adjusted and needs to measure 48" with no more than a 3 1/2-inch gap on the bottom or the sides. The gate just needs to be adjusted a few inches up.
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-08
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the 10 in service hours for the 22/23 year. He completed 9 hours then is using a certificate completed 4/25/24 for 1.5 hours. TA was provided that 10 hours are required annually and that this certificate cannot be used again for the 23-24 in service year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not conduct a lock down during the 22-23 licensure period. A lock down was conducted at the time of the inspection. Fire drills were conducted on a monthly basis and the last fire drill was conducted on 7/11/23. The weather drill was conducted on 3/31/22.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required 21-22 in service hours. TA was provided that the staff was required to complete the 10 in service hours annually between July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 walk me through the current process for keeping accurate attendance rosters for each classroom throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection show that attendance rosters did not always accurately reflect the children present in the classroom. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center ensures every child is accounted for at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required administrative records, such as daily attendance logs, are kept on-site and available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some attendance records were not available on-site during the visit. This question helps confirm that the facility now maintains all necessary documentation at the location for transparency.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all transportation logs are fully completed, including required signatures, every time children are transported?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from March 2026 indicate a finding where a driver signature was missing from a transportation log. This question helps parents understand the current verification process for transport safety.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for inspecting playground equipment and the outdoor area to ensure everything remains in good repair and free of hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings over the past few years regarding playground maintenance, including issues with litter, shade, and equipment repair. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility keeps the play area safe and clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required training and certifications, such as CPR?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection records from 2024 through 2026 show repeated findings regarding staff training requirements and certification updates. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages these professional requirements for all personnel.
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