Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 1.71
Smart Start Youth & Family Services Inc.at R Bruce Wagner Kidcare
5500 Yates Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811
- License:
- C10PO0545
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 60
- License expiration:
- June 15, 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
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 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Smart Start Youth & Family Services Inc.at R Bruce Wagner Kidcare from February 10, 2023 through May 15, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 9, 2026 and involved incident records, with a due date of March 8, 2026.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from February 17, 2026 through May 15, 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
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33811
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 42%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 3.13
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [the provider signature & date and/or date provider and parent/guardian signed the form. ]. SACCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had incomplete accident/incident reports that were missing parent/guardian signature, signature(s) of any childcare personnel that witnessed, involved and/or responded to the incident and/or was missing dates. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete the forms prior to the due date and was reminded that all accidents/incidents must be documented on the same day they occur, must be shared & signed with the parent/guardian on the date of the occurrence, signed by any child care personnel that witnessed, involved and/or responded to the incident and the docu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4
- Official code
- 34-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 40children enrolled, and 13 childrens filesM - T including newly enrolled were reviewed. The children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment/start dates on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
- Official code
- 36-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- The toileting facility did not have: [ soap, toilet paper] , and within the reach of children. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the girls bathroom did not have soap and one bathroom stall did not have toilet paper. The provider placed toilet paper and soap in the girls bathroom, therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities SACCF Handbook, Section 3.7 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
- Official code
- 19-10
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [school age children] group was inadequate in that [inappropriate touch and interaction occurred]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the counselor obtained information through interviews that revealed a child inappropriately touched another child on their private parts during a movie being watched during summer camp. The children were sitting next to each other when this occurred. The child who was touched revealed this to a teacher later on during the day coming back from recess. The noncompliance was resolved once the child responsible for the inappropriate touch was removed from the program. All parents were notified.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision SACCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [using the approved fire alarm system.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the school would not set the fire alarm to complete a fire drill. Technical assistance was given to the provider that fire drills must be completed using the approved fire system. Note: the standard was completed at time of inspection as there is only 1/2 day of school left. The last fire drill was conducted on 5/15/23 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 4/26/23 (weather) and 2/14/23 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in July 2022. A fire drill (using a smoke detector) was conducted on today's date with the CCR counselor present.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 21-06
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 approach staff training and supervision to ensure children are always supported and monitored during group activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from June 2023 noted a concern regarding supervision during a group activity. Asking about current supervision practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a supportive environment for all children.
- Context
- The situation was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your current process for documenting and communicating accidents or incidents to parents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection noted that some incident documentation was missing required signatures or dates. Asking about this helps clarify how the center ensures all reports are completed and shared with families promptly.
- Context
- The provider was given technical assistance to ensure all forms are completed and signed by the appropriate parties.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the availability of essential supplies like soap and paper products in the bathrooms throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2024 noted a temporary shortage of soap and toilet paper in a restroom. This question helps parents understand the daily routine for checking and restocking these facilities.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for conducting monthly fire drills to ensure all safety equipment is functioning properly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2023 mention a challenge with conducting a fire drill using the facility's alarm system. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center maintains its emergency readiness and drill schedule.
- Context
- The issue was addressed at the time of the inspection, and the provider received technical assistance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all enrollment forms are fully completed and up to date for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from February 2026 indicate that some enrollment forms were missing start dates. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative process for maintaining accurate and complete records.
- Context
- The provider was given technical assistance to complete the forms.
Related violations