Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.47
- Local median
- 2.12
Grow Early Learning Bartow Center
650 W Main St, Bartow, FL 33830
- License:
- C10PO0382
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 53
- License expiration:
- February 10, 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 inspectionMay 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Grow Early Learning Bartow Center from January 31, 2023 through May 13, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 30, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of January 29, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.
Two later inspections, from January 28, 2026 through May 13, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33830
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 29%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 5.29
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 1, 2024February 3, 2025December 30, 2025Inspection 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [green and brown treelike structure] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment (green and brown treelike structure) with less than 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by January 29, 2026
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 29. •
- Correction status
- Due by January 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Provider failed to update the facilitys clearinghouse roster. Technical assistance was provided to update (add/remove) Child Care Personnel to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel signed updated Attestation of Good Moral Character (July 2024). •
- Correction status
- Due by January 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two staff that did not have a full five year work history verified. The provider verified the two staff five year work history therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental was added on 9/25/23 and had a Clearance letter dated 11/1/22. The staff should have had a resubmit conducted before hire, more than a 90-day break.
- Correction status
- Due by February 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Report comments
- The staff that are listed in the supplemental that ride along with the bus driver need to complete the required transportation safety training. The staff listed are the staff that are bus monitors.
- Correction status
- Due by March 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not have a 5131 form completed and in her file. The provider completed the form at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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
What steps does the center take to ensure the staff roster in the state clearinghouse remains accurate and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from December 2025 identified that the facility did not maintain a current employee roster in the state clearinghouse system.
- Context
- This was identified during a renewal inspection and was subject to a correction due date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the process for verifying the background and employment history of new staff members before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances across different years where background screening documentation or employment history verification was incomplete or not properly maintained.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the playground equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that the ground cover under a specific piece of outdoor equipment was not maintained to the required standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members have their required annual training forms and reporting documents signed and on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that an inspection in December 2025 found that some staff files were missing the required annual child abuse and neglect reporting forms.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center keeps parents informed helps ensure you are comfortable with their communication style and how they manage updates to their daily operations.