Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.33
- Local median
- 1.82
Head Of The Class Learning Center
1836 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland, FL 33805
- License:
- C10PO0334
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 187
- License expiration:
- November 17, 2026
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 inspectionApril 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Head Of The Class Learning Center from March 10, 2023 through April 23, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 11, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 3
3 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 2 local median in 33805
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 2.83
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 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023November 28, 2023July 9, 2024March 11, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 14, 2024July 9, 2024November 13, 2024March 11, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 9, 2024March 11, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the flooring in the restroom of the 3-year-old classroom was in need of cleaning and the toilet in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom was in need of cleaning. The provider cleaned the flooring and toilet during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the 2-year-old classroom had duct tape holding the cover to the intake closed, the toilet tank cover in the 4-year-old classroom restroom was cracked and sharp, in the VPK restroom the toilet paper holder was broken and taped up with duct tape, the bookshelves in the 4 year old classroom had peeling contact paper and in the VPK classroom had a bookshelves has a few areas of broken laminate and there were several ceiling tiles in the 4 & 5 year old classroom. TA was provided to repair the intake cover, replace the tank cover, repair the bookshelves, replace or repair the toilet paper holder and replace the c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- 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. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there are several cords in the VPK classroom, the 4-year-old classroom the water cooler and the 2-year-old classroom that need to be secured to the wall. TA was provided that all cords must be secured to the wall by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist checked all lighting in the facility and the restroom in the 4- & 5-year-olds classroom only measured 7.78, the 3-year-old classroom measured 2.42 and the 4-year-old restroom measured 5.54. There were bulbs burned out in the 2-year-old classroom and the lighting only measured 10.18. TA was provided that the lighting is required to be 20 ft candles. The lighting must be fixed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the box of sun chips had expired on 3/10/26. The provider discarded the box during the inspection. TA was provided to monitor the expiration dates.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the water bottles in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom and the VPK classroom were not labeled correctly. TA was provided that all water bottles are required to have the childs first and last name. The staff labeled the water bottles during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that in the VPK restroom there were toys being stored on the top shelf. TA was provided that toys cannot be stored in the restrooms. The staff removed the toys during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Licensing Specialist observed peeling paint on the baseboards in the 3-year-olds classroom. TA was provided to sand and paint the baseboards and to checked for peeling paint on a regular basis.
- Correction status
- Due by December 13, 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 inspection, the counselor observed a ceiling tile in the two year old classroom near the handwash sink that was stained and protruding with what may have been water damage from a water leak. The provider advised that they had the roof inspected and it will be repaired. The counselor advised the provider that the ceiling tile needs to be replaced. TA was provided to ensure that the ceiling tile is replaced by the due date to ensure the facility is in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 inspection, the counselor observed the blue and red stationary tricycles on the playground with blue paint chipped on the handle bars throughout the outdoor equipment. The counselor advised the provider that the equipment must be in good repair and advised the provider to sand it down and repaint. TA was provided to ensure that the equipment is repainted and in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 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 inspection, the counselor observed the two gate entrance for deliveries facing Kathleen road the fence was not at ground level. The counselor observed a gap of a little under 5 inches. The counselor advised the provider that gaps can not be any larger than 3 and a half inches. TA was provided to ensure the provider adjust the fence/gate to ensure that a gap of no larger than 3 and a half inches is present.
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the three year old classroom a few mats that were not impermeable with tears that exposed the foam cushion. The counselor advised the staff that the mats need to be replaced. The provider immediately switched out the mats from extra mats in the facility that were in good repair and impermeable at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the mats are impermeable at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed 3 boxes of Yoplait yogurt that were expired as of 7/3/2024. The provider advised that they just received a truck yesterday on 7/8/2024 and food was delivered. The provider immediately, discarded of the food item at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the manufacturers recommendation for expiration dates.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed a childs sleeping mat that was torn and not able to be used provider discard the torn mat at the time of the inspection and the mate was replaced. T/A was provided to ensure that the mat was replaced and in resolved at the point of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [At the time of the inspection, there was one swing replaced with new chains however, there was one swing with a rusted chain. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one swing replaced with new chains however, there was one swing with a rusted chain (middle swing). TA: The provider will need to replace the rusted chain with a new chain.
- Correction status
- Due by December 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one electrical outlet not covered. The provider placed the intercom cord in the electrical outlet cover. Therefore, it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
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 (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the playground fence was not in good repair. The fence was broken in the left-hand side of the playground and had a hole bigger than 3.5 inches. The outdoor basketball court was cracked and chipped. TA: The provider will need to fix the fence and the basketball court.
- Correction status
- Due by December 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [At the time of the inspection, there were two swings that had rusted chains.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two swings that had rusted chains. TA: The provider will need to replace the rusted chains with new chains before the date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [At the time of the inspection, the stationed bikes had 1 inch of mulch, the stationed yellow balance beam had two inches of mulch and the swings had 3 inches of mulch. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the stationed bikes had 1 inch of mulch, the stationed yellow balance beam had two inches of mulch and the swings had 3 inches of mulch. TA: The provider will need to place a minimum of 6 inches of mulch under and around the station equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by December 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 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 • TA: Director had child care personnel complete an updated CF-FSP 5337 form at time inspection.
- 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
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 do you ensure that toys and equipment in the classrooms are consistently kept in a clean and sanitized state?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that an inspection identified an issue with toys being stored in a restroom, which can impact sanitation standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for checking and labeling items like water bottles to ensure they are correctly identified for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where personal items were not labeled with the required first and last names.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for monitoring food inventory and checking expiration dates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that expired food items were identified during past visits.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the facility's lighting and general physical environment to ensure all areas are well-lit and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that facility maintenance and lighting levels have been noted as areas for improvement across multiple inspections.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/23/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that outdoor play equipment and fencing are regularly inspected and maintained for the children's use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the condition of outdoor play equipment and fencing has been a recurring topic in past reports.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/23/2026.
Related violations