Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.29
- Local median
- 1.75
Cypress Academy Preschool
701 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33880
- License:
- C10PO0368
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 101
- License expiration:
- August 8, 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 inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Cypress Academy Preschool from March 27, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 22 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from April 22, 2026 through May 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 22
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 3
7 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33880
Compared to 36 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 12%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 59%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 3.69
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
August 1, 2023March 19, 2024July 19, 2024November 14, 2024July 28, 2025October 28, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
May 13, 2024July 19, 2024October 28, 2025April 2, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 29, 2023July 19, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the diapering surface on the wall of the two year old classroom loose on the wall. The surface was secured to the wall with screws but it was loose and needed to be tightened. Also, the specialist observed a couple of areas throughout the facility with wet like stained ceiling tiles. The provider immediately replaced the ceiling tiles in the areas needed at time of inspection. The provider also tightened the diapering surface onto the wall at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [food preparation area hand washing sink in the facility with water measuring up to 79 degrees Fahrenheit ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the food preparation area hand washing sink in the facility with water measuring up to 79 degrees Fahrenheit on the cold side and hot handle both turned on. The hot water side alone does not have water. The specialist advised the sink needs to measure to at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has hot water in the hand wash sink used in food preparation area by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food containers were not stored above the floor on clean surfaces to protect from splash and other contamination. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, A Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed canned food items stored in the back room of the food preparation area on a black organizer with shelves. The shelf on top of the canned food had chemicals, disinfectants and aerosols stored. The specialist advised that chemicals cannot be stored on top of food items. The provider immediately moved the canned food items from under the chemicals at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that food items are stored on clean surfaces to protect from splash and other contamination.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-17
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a package of sliced carrots stored in the refrigerator in the facilitys food preparation area that was expired. The carrots expired as of 3/26/2026. The provider immediately discarded of the carrots at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates set by the manufacturer.
- 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
- Parent permission for special occasion food consumption was not maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of each activity. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facility conducting a special occasion event celebrating Easter/Spring with donated store bought food items, beverages and desserts but the facility failed to have parent permission slips for children in care to participate in the special occasion event with food consumption. The specialist and provider discussed this standard in detail and the provider stated they understood and all questions were answered. The provider created a form for parent permission to participate in food related activities and sent out the form to parents using electronic app and asked parents to return via email. TA was provided to ensure t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-07
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few plush toys in the younger ones classroom and three year old classroom upstairs that were stained with heavy stains and/or food residue. The provider had staff immediately remove the plush toys from the classroom and accessibility of children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that toys/furniture is maintained in a sanitary manner, cleaned and sanitize.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [stationary car with barrel.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the metal car with barrel on the younger childrens playground anchored into the ground, but the provider had no resilient surface. The ground was covered with the green grass like material over concreate. TA was provided to ensure that stationary outdoor equipment has a resilient surface that is maintained.
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several tubes of Go-Gurt simply strawberry expired 10/13/25. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider trashed the expired foods. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not began introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Child Care Personnel was supposed to start DCF introductory training on or before 10/5/25. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by August 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have proof of safe sleep training within 30 days of date of hire. Child Care Personnel was hired on 9/22/24 and was supposed to complete sleep safety on or before 10/22/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel shall be trained on safe sleep, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel completed training on 11/8/24. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. The Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete the course on or before 4/19/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. This standard brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed a current exposure plan training. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 Child Abuse and Neglect form. • Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 18. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not repersent the classroom composition].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the infant and school ag classroom without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. 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 updated the attendance roster. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys video footage and observed the Child Care Personnel using bare hand to provide snack to the children in care. The Child Care Personnel grabbed Cheetos directly from the bag and placed the Cheetos in a cup for the children to consume. Technical assistance was provided to prevent contact with ready-to-eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-14
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not planned, did not have substitutions noted, was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that a Child Care Personnel provided snack (Cheetos) not on menu and approved by the facility. 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 the parents/guardians.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. The Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete the course on or before 12/12/23. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date. This standard was brought back into compliance due to the Child Care Personnel completing Early Literacy on 3/18/24. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there was no roster that represented the children in the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the 2-year-old classroom did not have an attendance roster for the children represented in the classroom. 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 updated classroom roster. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof that sleep safe and shaken baby training was completed prior to being left alone in the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that training is completed prior to due date. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel completed the training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
No recorded violations in this report
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. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not begin introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel start introductory training within 90 days of employment in the industry.
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 walk me through your current process for keeping accurate classroom attendance rosters throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that in past inspections, there were instances where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the children present in the classroom. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center ensures accountability for every child throughout the day.
- Context
- The records indicate these findings were corrected at the time of the inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure all staff members are up to date on their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a recurring topic in multiple reports. This question helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing professional development and ensures all personnel meet regulatory requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor food storage and preparation areas to ensure everything remains clean and within expiration dates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that food safety and storage practices have appeared as a topic in several inspections. Discussing these routines provides insight into how the center maintains a safe environment for meals and snacks.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for conducting regular safety checks on playground equipment and indoor toys?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the center's maintenance schedule for equipment helps parents understand how the facility prioritizes the physical safety of children during play. Regular inspections are an important part of keeping play areas in good repair.
General question
How do you communicate with families about special events or activities that involve food?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center manages parent permissions for food-related activities helps families feel confident that their preferences and child's needs are being considered. Clear communication processes are essential for coordinating these types of events.