Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.3
- Local median
- 1.9
Creative Minds Academy II
1802 Crystal Lake Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801
- License:
- C10PO0558
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 41
- License expiration:
- February 17, 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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Creative Minds Academy II from February 9, 2023 through June 11, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 26 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 18, 2025 and involved facility condition.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Four later inspections, from September 9, 2025 through June 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 26
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 18 local median in 33801
Compared to 23 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 35%
- Local median
- 26%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 49%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 4.43
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.
October 13, 2023November 16, 2023February 7, 2024Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 13, 2023November 16, 2023Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 8, 2025June 18, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the facility bathrooms in need of cleaning, especially under the sinks and in the cabinets. Dead roaches were observed underneath the sink in the cabinet, also cockroach droppings were observed as well. There was also a dead roach observed near a 3-compartment plastic bin. The provider cleaned both bathrooms at the time of the bathroom, placing the standard back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-02 At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the ceiling had a cut out but no ceiling tile. An attempt to cover it was observed but it was not fully covered and there was what appeared to be a coverup hanging from the ceiling. Also, on the floor a hole in the tile was observed. TA provided to fix the ceiling tile and the tile on the floor prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the complaint inspection, through interviews it was revealed that school agers are watching a movie for the duration of naptime. Movies watched were not educational, no learning or lessons being displayed. Movies named were Luca, The little mermaid, and Finding Dory. The provider was advised to ensure that only educational or for physical activity electronics are used. During the inspection, electronics were not in use, resolving the noncompliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
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 specialist observed that there were vents in two bathrooms that were in need of cleaning. The provider cleaned the vents at the time of the inspection returning them to compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a closet in the second room to the back with school aged children with the closet door unlocked and storing wire cutter tool on the floor. The counselor advised that because the tool can be a hazard to children in care the door would need to be locked or the tool be removed from the closet. The provider immediately removed the tools at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hazards are not accessible to children in care at any times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a loaf of expired Raison Cinnamon bread expired as of April 8,2024. The provider immediately discarded of the food item at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the manufacturers recommended expiration date for food items.
- 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
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental with no training courses documented on required form, CF-FSP Form 5268 for the year of 7/1/2022 6/30/2023.The provider advised that the staff completed training but did not record 10 hours of in-service training on the required form. The provider recorded trainings on the required form for all staff and placed on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that in service hours are recorded on the required form and documented on file.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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 19.5, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 5131 form in their file. The provider completed the form while the CCR counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 [climbing equipment and stationary cars] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the climbing equipment, and all stationary equipment (cars) did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 3 - 5 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The provider was reminded 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 and a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. The provider was contacted on November 16, 2023, and provided technical assistance regarding the large wooden playground structure and the cars. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental are still listed as current on the facility's roster and are no longer employed at this facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log was not retained for a minimum of twelve months. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, A General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor was unable to review transportation logs as the provider stated they were located in the vehicle that is stored at the sister location. Technical assistance was given to the provider that transportation logs must be kept onsite (not in the vehicle) and available for review by licensing and to ensure the logs are onsite prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-03
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several pieces of broken bungee cords and also rotten wood near the front slide. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the items from the playground prior to the due date. Also, the provider was given technical assistance to mow the grassy areas. Lastly, the wooden climbing equipment needs to be cleaned/painted.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the shade cloth was torn and hanging. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the shade cloth prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the slides did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 3 - 4 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded to rake the high traffic areas regularly to ensure the mulch remains at 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter and 6 feet in perimeter from the base of the equipment. The provider was reminded 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment dates on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was also encouraged to review all children's files to ensure each file is complete and has an enrollment date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were several staff who were no longer employed who were not removed from the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additionally, the provider was reminded that the facility has 10 days to remove any staff who have retired, resigned, transferred or were terminated from the facility and 10 days to add any new staff. Note: technical assistance was given to the provider that the rule will be updated soon and the facility will have 5 days to add or remove staff.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still had an incomplete 5-year work history. Technical assistance was given the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented and verified 2. The documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [missing time off vehicle, second signature or arrival time to facility.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs and observed some of the sheets were missing time off the vehicle, second signature or arrival time to the facility on different days. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 5131 form in their file. The provider completed the form while the CCR counselor was present putting them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed ). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented and verified 2. The documentation ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
No recorded violations in this report
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 CCR counselor observed the facility's sign located on the outside of the building has the incorrect license number posted. It currently reads C14PO0558 and should be C10PO0558. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the license number prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [a second signature on multiple days.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs since the last inspection and observed on multiple days there was no second signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the ve ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a TV in the main front classroom with the power cord hanging and was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to permanently mount the cord to the wall prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the wooden structure had areas with rotting wood (on or near the steps) and screws exposed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. Last year was completed on 12/28/21 and this year was completed on 12/29/22. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/27/23 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 12/30/22 (weather) and 5/31/22 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in January 2023. A fire drill was conducted on today's date with the CCR counselor present.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all 15 preschool childrens files and determined the children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Creative Minds Academy II C10PO0558 1802 Crystal Lake Dr Lakeland FL 33801 Renewal 02/09/2023 Page 5 of 7
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 describe your current process for ensuring that tools or other potentially hazardous items are kept securely stored and away from children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection indicate that a tool was found in an unlocked closet. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for securing equipment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required background screening documentation is complete and up-to-date for every staff member?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that background screening documentation and personnel file requirements were a repeated topic in multiple reports. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility maintains compliance with these requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the regular maintenance and cleaning of the facility, such as monitoring ceiling tiles and floor conditions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that facility cleanliness and repair, including ceiling and floor maintenance, have been noted in past inspections. This question allows the provider to explain their current maintenance schedule and routine checks.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 6/11/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your daily routine for ensuring that outdoor play equipment and surfaces are safe and well-maintained for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report mentions past concerns regarding playground surface maintenance and equipment condition. This question helps parents understand how the center currently monitors the outdoor environment.
Related violations
General question
How do you determine which activities or media are used during quiet times to ensure they support the children's learning and development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a provider balances downtime with educational goals helps parents feel confident about the daily curriculum and how staff engage with children during transitions.