Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.65
- Local median
- 1.86
Jennings Kids Academy 1 Llc
2007 E Johnson Ave, Haines City, FL 33844
- License:
- C10PO0468
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 5:00AM to 8:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 34
- License expiration:
- August 27, 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
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 inspectionJune 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Jennings Kids Academy 1 Llc from August 21, 2024 through June 1, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 1, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 1, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 4
11 in last 12 months
18 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33844
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 24%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 51%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 3.12
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
December 19, 2024August 25, 2025December 23, 2025April 22, 2026June 1, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 21, 2025December 23, 2025January 26, 2026April 22, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
December 19, 2024April 21, 2025August 25, 2025April 22, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 25, 2025September 29, 2025Inspection 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 re-inspection, the filter still had not been replaced and is very dirty. TA was provided to get the filter changed by the due date. The provider stated it had been ordered.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the closet to the air handler and filter off the middle classroom is in need of cleaning, and the air filter needs to be replaced, it is very dirty. Also, the baseboards throughout the facility are in need of cleaning. TA was provided to have this completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the bottom of the doors throughout the facility are not in good repair. The doors are peeling wood laminate and paint at the bottom. The second restroom has had repairs completed above the sink and toilet but still need to be sanded and painted and there is an area in the middle yellow classroom that has a large area of peeling paint and a piece of wood missing in the corner by the closet. TA was provided to repair, sand and paint all areas by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 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 a cord to the air conditioner that is not secured to the wall in the middle classroom, and the back classroom has the cord to the air conditioner taped to the wall. TA was provided to secure both cords properly to the wall, tape is not allowed. The cords are required to be secured by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the bucket with mop and water with cleaning chemicals was accessible to children in the second restroom. The staff dumped the water during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the lighting in all rooms of the facility. The lighting in the 24-year-old classroom had a burned-out bulb a above the table and only measured 28.5. TA was provided that the requirement above all tables needs to be 50 ft candles. Also, all the restrooms had only 7.29 and 9.74 in candlelight and is required to be 20 ft candles. The provider will need to replace the light bulbs before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the capacity posted in the large classroom was posted for 14 children and the rooms capacity is 17. The staff corrected the capacity during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the bottom wood piece to the bench was rotten and missing wood and the wood is also splintering. TA was provided to repair or replace the wood. Also, there is a wooden cover over a hole in the wall in the playground that has several holes. TA was provided to repair the holes and paint the area.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the gap to the double gate on the playground. The gate has more than a 3 1/2-inch gap. TA was provided to adjust the gate by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large stationary slide.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured all the mulch on the playground under the large stationary equipment. The mulch did not measure the required 6 inches in depth 6 ft out and around on the stationary slide. TA was provided to add mulch by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff that are listed in the supplemental had expired Abuse and Neglect forms in their files. TA was provided the current forms are required by the due date. At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed 9 staff files and updated them in CARES.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and under the large play euipment.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the mulch and there was only 2" measured under the tallest part of the large stationary equipment and 2" to 4"under the swings and 3" under the infant swing. TA was provided that the resilient surface must measure 6" in depth 6 ft out and around on all stationary equipment. The provider will need to add more mulch, and this must be maintained at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by February 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there is a large area of peeling paint next to the toilet in the back classroom, there is also a tile that has come loose in front of the toilet and the railing going to the playground, the paint is peeling. TA was provided to sand and paint both areas and to secure or replace the tile in front of the toilet by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swing set and around the large slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (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 the mulch only measured 3" under the swings and only 2 inches at the bottom of the stairs to the large slide play equipment and only 1 inch at the bottom of the slide. TA was provided that all large stationary play equipment is required to have 6" in depth 6 ft out and around of resilient surface on all stationary play equipment. More mulch will need to be added by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The Owner that is listed in the supplemental was called on Friday September 26, 2025, and she still was not able to produce a current annual fire inspection. TA was provided to have the fire inspection conducted before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 flooring throughout the facility is missing, broken or cracked, in the first restroom there is a hole behind the toilet, in the restroom in the back classroom there is a hole in the wall. The ceiling in the middle classroom is missing paint. TA was provided to repair or replace the flooring tiles that are missing, broken and cracked. The holes will need to be repaired and painted in both restrooms and the ceiling in the middle classroom will need to be painted.
- Correction status
- Due by September 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a container of Lysol and room freshener under the plastic covering on the floor in the first classroom. These sprays were accessible to children. The staff put the sprays up on the shelf during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider was not able to produce an annual fire inspection. TA was provided that this is due annually and one will need to be completed by the due date. Fire drills had been conducted on a monthly basis, and a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection. The approved fire system was used.
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the closet in the room next to the office was unlocked and had bleach and fabuloso accessible to children. The director locked the closet during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the red railing to the walkway to the door on the playground has peeling paint and the large stationary play equipment steps have peeling paint. TA was provided to have these areas need to be sanded and painted by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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)
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 12/6/24 and did not start the required DCF 40 hours in her first 90 days. TA was provided the staff will need to start the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed int he supplemental started in the industry 12/6/24 and did not complete the required SR training in her first 90 days. TA was provided that staff will need to complete the SR training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
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 the air intake vents, and the air vents were in need of cleaning throughout the facility. TA was provided to check and clean the vents as needed. The vents will need to be cleaned by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2025
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the wall and baseboard behind the toilet in the first restroom have water damage and the baseboard is stained and separating from the wall. TA was provided to have the water leak fixed and the wall and baseboards repaired and painted.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2025
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 the electrical cord to the air conditioner in the first classroom that was not secured to the wall and could be a strangulation issue. TA was provided that all cord has to be secured to the wall or wrapped up and away from the children's access. All cords will need to be secured to the wall. The provider unplugged and wrapped up the cord during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Windex, Fabulosos and a spray bottle labeled room sanitizer under the sink in the first restroom. Also, the kitchen was left unlocked with no one present and there were bottles of bleach and other chemicals accessible to children. TA was provided to lock the restroom or to put a lock on the cabinet under the sink and the kitchen must be locked at all times when someone is present. The provider moved the chemicals and placed them out of the reach of children and locked the kitchen door during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, potatoes, pancakes, sausage and fish sticks that were not labeled with the date of expiration. TA was provided the date from the original container must be added to the bag if removed from the original packaging. The dates will need to be added to the frozen food or disposed of by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the child that is listed in the supplemental started on 8/28/24 and did not have an immunization. TA was provided that all children need to have a immunization in the first 30 days of enrollment. TA the provider will need to get a current immunization for this child.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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
Can you tell me about the current measures in place to ensure that all outdoor gates are properly secured and free of gaps?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection identified a gap in the playground gate that needed adjustment. This question helps clarify how the facility maintains its fencing to keep children secure in the outdoor play area.
- Context
- The issue was noted as requiring correction by a specific due date in the inspection report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from multiple visits between 2024 and 2026 show repeated instances where cleaning supplies were found accessible to children. Asking about current storage routines helps parents understand how the center prevents these items from being left in reach.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the routine cleaning and maintenance of the facility to ensure that air filters and other equipment remain in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2024 through 2026 reflect several findings regarding facility cleanliness, including air filters and general repairs. This question allows the director to explain the current schedule and process for facility upkeep.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that the protective ground cover on the playground is consistently maintained at the required depth?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from inspections in 2025 and 2026 indicate that the depth of the mulch under playground equipment was not always maintained to safety standards. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors and replenishes this surface.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and ensure that all required safety inspections, such as the annual fire safety check, are completed on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from 2025 show instances where the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection on file. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative process for keeping required safety certifications up to date.
Related violations