Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.17
- Local median
- 1.86
Kids Academy Learning Center Inc
129 S 5th St, Haines City, FL 33844
- License:
- C10PO0488
- 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, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 54
- License expiration:
- July 6, 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 inspectionJune 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Kids Academy Learning Center Inc from June 12, 2025 through June 24, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 24, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of July 24, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33844
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 51%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that all staff did not have the 2nd page of the 5131 completed. TA was provided to have the 2nd page completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (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 is listed in the supplemental had a screening dated 8/28/25 and started on 1/6/26. The staff should have had a resubmit completed before being hired. TA was provided to have the screening completed by the due date. Extra time was allotted due to the holiday.
- Correction status
- Due by July 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the new signage on the front window of the facility did not include the license number. TA was provided that all signage, advertising, business cards must always have the license number listed. The director put the license number on the signage on the front window during the inspection. At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the license was displayed in the entry of the facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have a test kit or other device to accurately measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution used for ware washing. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, A.4. & C.3 (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 provider did not have test strips to check the water in the sanitizing tub. TA was provided to have test strips by the due date, and these are to be used at all times during sanitizing.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-11
No recorded violations in this report
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 restroom was not locked and there was a spray disinfectant on the back of the toilet and cleaning wipes under the sink. The provider placed all items under the sink and locked the cabinet during the inspection. TA was provided that all cleaning supplies and disinfectant sprays must be stored out of the reach of children.
- 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
- 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 sippy cups and water containers were not labeled in the 1- & 2-year-old classroom. The staff added the names during the inspection. TA was provided that all bottles, sippy cups and water containers must be labeled with the children's first and last names.
- 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and the staff listed in the supplemental should have completed the additional SR training by June 30, 2024. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the SR health and nutrition and Safety practices by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
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 explain the current process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documents completed before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that a staff member was working without a completed background screening after a break in service. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements for all personnel.
- Context
- A correction was due by July 10, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team verify that all employee personnel files are fully documented and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that required personnel file forms were incomplete for some employees. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to maintain accurate and complete staff records.
- Context
- A correction was due by July 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are in place to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are always stored securely and out of children's reach?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from November 2025 show that cleaning items were found accessible in a restroom. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the concentration of sanitizing solutions used in the facility to ensure they are effective?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from February 2026 noted that the facility lacked the necessary test strips to measure sanitizing solution concentrations. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining sanitary equipment.
- Context
- A correction was due by March 27, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required health and safety training modules on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from November 2025 indicate that some staff had not completed required health and safety training by the specified date. Asking about this helps clarify how the center tracks and manages ongoing staff professional development.
- Context
- A correction was due by December 5, 2025.
Related violations