Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.06
- Local median
- 1.82
Tender Loving Care Christian Learning Academy II LLC
1236 Martin L King Jr Ave, Lakeland, FL 33805
- License:
- C10PO0655
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 11:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 20
- License expiration:
- September 22, 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
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 inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for Tender Loving Care Christian Learning Academy II LLC from January 18, 2023 through April 15, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 20, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 19
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 2 local median in 33805
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 56%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 2.83
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 6 recorded violations.
January 16, 2024January 7, 2025February 25, 2025May 23, 2025January 20, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 16, 2024September 9, 2024September 15, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 17, 2024September 9, 2024Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 16, 2024January 7, 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the bathroom floor appeared to need sweeping and mopping. There was a buildup of dust in the corners and behind the toilet. The specialist also observed that both stand up refrigerators were in need of wiping down. There appeared to be spills on the shelves of both the refrigerators. The Director swept and mopped the bathroom; and another staff proceeded to clean both refrigerators. This was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist reviewed staff files and found that the staff (except one) were in need of updated CAAN forms. The staff on site completed a current CAAN form. This completes the correcting of this standard at the time of the inspection. The specialist is currently awaiting the date of one staff members resignation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 a window ledge in the kitchen that is in need of deep cleaning. The provider has until the due date to clean the ledge and return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a broken ceramic piece on the wall. The provider has until the due date to have the piece replaced. At that time they will return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
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
- At the time of the reinspection, the specialist observed that the facility still needed to paint. There were book shelves and posters placed in front of the areas; but TA was given that due to these items being moveable the wall must be painted. The provider has until the new due date to have these areas sanded and painted.
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed several places that would require painting on the classroom walls in areas reachable by the smaller children.The provider has until the due date to have these areas repaired and painted, this will return them back to compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed tools, a wood beam, and toys that need to be pressure washed and cleansed. The facility will need to replace alot of the older toys soon; they have until the due date to clean the playground and return to compliance. Also the gate opening to the playground is not hinged or stable, and could result in being locked in by the door, or the gate falling. This needs repair as well.
- Correction status
- Due by February 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one electrical outlet with no cover on it. The provider placed a cover on it therefore the standard was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the fridge had yellow food substance in the tray and the microwave was unclean. The provider cleaned the tray in the fridge and microwave therefore the standard was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was four milk bottles that expired 9/7/24. The provider discarded the milk therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have the frozen food labelled and dated such as pizza and egg rolls. The provider labelled and dated the food therefore, it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two staff that did not sign a current Child Abuse and Neglect form. The Child Abuse and Neglect forms expired 6/5/23. TA: The provider will need to have the two staff sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form before the due date on the inspection. At the time of the inspection, there were four staff and all their files were checked.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [ the one year old room and four-five year old room did not have an attendance roster. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the one year old room and four-five year old room did not have an attendance roster. The staff signed 7 children and one year old room signed in one year old child on the roster, therefore the standard was completed at the time of the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [classroom roster ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed that their classroom roaster was not filled out in the 4s & 5s classroom. The teacher corrected this at the time of inspection by checking each child into the roster. This was resolved at the time of inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
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
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: A crack located in the hallway near the ceiling 1. The flooring in the middle bathroom was sunken inwards in front of the toilet 2. The wallpaper in the middle bathroom was peeling/torn near the shower and behind the toilet 3. The ceiling in the hallway had plaster peeling 4. The front classroom has a crack in the ceiling near the ceiling fan 5. Several stains (possibly water stains) were observed in the front room near the ceiling fan 6. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint all areas above prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a section of fencing that was not attached to the support frame and was able to be pulled outwards. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or replace the section of fencing prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 2 staff who were no longer employed and were not removed from the roster in the Clearinghouse. 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 October 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the kitchen light fixture that was inoperable and the lighting measured 3.36 foot candles. The provider replaced the bulb while the counselor was present and the lighting measured 21.8 foot candles placing them back in compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a suggestion to get brighter bulbs.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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
Could you describe the current process for ensuring that attendance rosters are always accurate and accompany the children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that attendance accountability has been a recurring topic in past inspections. This question helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure consistent tracking of children in every classroom.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are in place to ensure that electrical outlets are properly covered and that the facility remains free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where an electrical outlet cover was missing. Asking about this helps parents understand the current safety protocols for maintaining the facility environment.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain your regular cleaning schedule to ensure all areas of the facility, including kitchen appliances and bathrooms, remain clean and well-maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that sanitation and facility conditions have been a repeated topic. This question allows the director to explain the daily routines used to keep the center clean.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 2026-04-15.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for checking and maintaining outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that equipment and emergency readiness have been noted in past reports. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors the condition of outdoor play areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are up to date on required training and documentation, such as child abuse reporting forms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records show that recordkeeping for personnel files has been a topic in multiple inspections. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative oversight and staff compliance practices.
Related violations