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Traviss Teen Parent Program

3225 Winter Lake Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803

License:
C10PO0731
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 3:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
67
License expiration:
December 29, 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 inspectionApril 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 11, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 19 available inspections for Traviss Teen Parent Program from January 3, 2023 through April 28, 2026.

Seven inspections recorded violations, with 21 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 28, 2026 and involved sleep safety.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
19

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
21

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
8

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

19 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33803

Compared to 15 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.11
Local median
1.56

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
32%
Local median
32%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
37%
Local median
51%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
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.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the staff had blankets in the cribs. There should be no items in the cribs; they were removed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the fire extinguisher has not been serviced since Feb 2025. The provider has contacted the school to have it serviced before the due date.
Correction status
Due by May 28, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
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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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there were three children in the infant rooms that had a cord attached to the pacifiers. Also, there were two children with necklaces around their necks that can pose hard to the children in care. The provider took the cords off the pacifiers and necklaces from the children's necks; therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
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 were two electrical outlets that did not have covers on them in the infant room. The provider placed two covers on the exposed electrical outlets therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
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, there was a bleach bottle on the floor under the sink in the infant room (second infant room), also Ajax and Shout were stored on a small shelf next to the sink that was accessible to children in care. The provider removed the bleach bottle, Shout and Ajax therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the cots in the infant room were stored in the bathroom. There were toys and children's books also stored in the infant (second infant room) and one- two-year-old bathroom. TA: The provider will need to take the cots and toys out of the bathroom before the due date on the inspection.
Correction status
Due by September 19, 2024
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the cafeteria. The provider placed the thermometer in the refrigerator therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the one-two year old room did not have a menu posted on the wall. The provider posted a current menu on the wall; therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there was no attendance record that accompanied the one- two year old room when they were outdoors.].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, there was no attendance record that accompanied the one-two year old room when they were outdoors. The teacher stated their attendance record was inside the classroom. The children went inside when the counselor asked the staff where their attendance record was therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-07
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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 inspection, the counselor observed within the 1-year-old (toddlers) classroom that the ceiling tiles located on the left at the back exit has brown spots which was from possible water damage. T/A was given to the designated representative to ensure that the building is within good repair. This needs to be resolved by the due date.
Correction status
Due by May 10, 2024
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Counselor observed the trash cans with the infant classroom to not have a fitted lid for food waist. There was food present in the garbage can with no lid. T/A was given to the designated representative to ensure that all trash cans within all classrooms have a fitted lid for food waist. This needs to be resolved by the due date.
Correction status
Due by May 10, 2024
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-11
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 in the infant classroom expired baby Cereal, which was dated November 30, 2023, factory date. T/A was provided to the teacher. classroom teacher threw away the expired baby food. This issue was resolved at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental does not have a valid background screening (prints expired). Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a new screening prior to the due date. Additional time was allotted due to the holidays.
Correction status
Due by January 12, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07
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Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the facility's fire extinguisher was last tagged in September 2022. The provider replaced the fire extinguisher with one tagged December 2023. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/11/23 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 9/29/23 (lockdown) and 8/29/23 (weather). A fire drill using the approved alarm was conducted on today's date with the CCR counselor present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing a health record (only had 2nd page that parent completes) in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 11, 2024
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. 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 m ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 11, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2022 - 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and document on the in-service form. Note: the staff had 2 training certificates in the file, but neither had hours or CEU's listed. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
Correction status
Due by September 21, 2023
More details
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
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 19.4, number 3) 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 had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
Correction status
Due by September 21, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [6 infants] for [2 staff] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 4, numbers 1 6 and 10) School Readiness [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental with 6 infants and neither staff has an active staff credential nor is enrolled in a CDA program. This was also confirmed by speaking with both staff who stated they only had their DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have one of the staff obtain staff credentials and/or enroll in a CDA course prior to the due date or reduce the number of children back toa ratio of 1 staff to 4 infants or prior to the due date. The provider was encouraged to refer to the School Readiness Handbook, Section 4 for all rules related to group size/staff credentials. Owner/Direc ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 21, 2023
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 48 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
Official code
48-02
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the provider could not locate the facility's daily indoor and outdoor checklist. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
Correction status
Due by May 23, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A sleep sack used did not fit according to manufacturers recommendations, restricted the infants arms, or slid up around the infants face. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed 2 infants that were in swaddlers that did not allow the child full movement of both arms. The staff removed the swaddlers while the counselor was present. Technical assistance was given to the provider that any sleep sacks that restrict the movement of both arms or slide around the face are not allowed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-08

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 cribs remain clear of any items, such as blankets, during nap time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection noted that blankets were observed in cribs. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains a clear and secure sleep environment for infants.
Context
The observation was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that attendance rosters are always with the children when they move between the classroom and outdoor play areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2024 noted an instance where an attendance record was not with the group during outdoor time. This question allows the provider to explain their current procedures for tracking children's locations at all times.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does your team take to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2024 inspection identified cleaning products that were accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the center's current storage protocols for maintaining a secure environment.
Context
The items were removed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the background screening process for staff to ensure all required documentation is current and complete?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from late 2023 show findings related to background screening and employment history documentation. This question helps parents understand how the center currently tracks and maintains these important personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you explain your routine for checking and maintaining emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, to ensure they are always ready for use?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from inspections in 2023 and 2026 noted findings regarding fire extinguisher maintenance. This question helps parents understand the center's current schedule and process for ensuring safety equipment is properly serviced.
Related violations