Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 2
Smith Family Day Care Home
1145 Luke Ave, Bartow, FL 33830
- License:
- F10PO0016
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- May 31, 2027
Typical cost: $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
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 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Smith Family Day Care Home from May 25, 2023 through May 29, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 17, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of May 17, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
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
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33830
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 4.79
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 13, 2024November 5, 2025April 17, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 29, 2024November 5, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care for the months of September 2025 and November 2025. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire drills are conducted monthly utilizing approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and items when children are in care. Fire drills were conducted on 6/23/25, 7/25/25, 8/26/25, 10/27/25, 12/29/25, 1/2/26, 2/3/26, 3/16/26, and 4/8/26. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved sm ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Indoor 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 documentation was not maintained for 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the home did not have a daily indoor/outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed on today's date for use going forward. 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 December 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 13-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [the brochures were not distributed between August - September 2025.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, E
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 6 childrens files and observed the children listed on the supplemental had missing and/or expired influenza brochures in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the influenza brochure must be distributed annually between August 1 and September 30.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the brochure was not distributed during the month of September 2025.].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed children's files and determined the children listed on the supplemental had missing and/or expired distracted adult brochures in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually during the months of April & September. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-10
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not conduct a fire drill in October 2024. A fire drill was conducted with the children therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [it was not completed in the month of April for the children in care.].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had not had the parents sign the Distracted Driver that was due in April. TA was provided that the form is required in the month of April and September annually. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated she has 6 children enrolled and all files were reviewed. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-10
No recorded violations in this report
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring monthly fire drills are consistently scheduled and documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that there have been instances where monthly fire drills were not completed as required. This question helps clarify the current system in place to keep these safety practices on track.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/29/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your daily safety checks for the indoor and outdoor play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a time when daily safety documentation for play areas was not being maintained. Asking about this helps parents understand how the provider currently monitors the environment for health and safety.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required parent information and safety brochures are distributed and signed on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that there have been multiple instances where documentation regarding required parent brochures was missing or incomplete. This question allows the provider to explain how they now keep these records organized and up to date.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff training to ensure everyone is familiar with emergency procedures and daily safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are trained helps parents feel confident that safety routines are consistently followed by everyone in the home.
General question
Could you describe how you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and childcare providers, especially regarding the health and safety information shared with parents.