Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.11
- Local median
- 0.78
Irma Chacon
12300 Rockridge Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809
- License:
- F10PO0350
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 5:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- September 20, 2026
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
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 inspectionMarch 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Irma Chacon from March 13, 2023 through March 11, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 9, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of March 10, 2026.
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
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33809
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 16%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 39%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 6, 2024February 9, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The operator, substitute and/or volunteer did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, H Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Substitute did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form on file. Technical assistance was provided that Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.This standard back into compliance
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The home did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of employment in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Substitute did not have fire extinguisher training on files. Technical assistance was provided that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each home they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The home must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. This standard was brought back into compliance once completed
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-09
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. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, A, B and D Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an infant asleep inside a crib with a jacket on and blanket covering him. Technical assistance was provided that All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed toys and other miscellaneous items stored on the changing table. Technical assistance was provided that items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when the items were removed from the changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
- Official code
- 23-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Operator and Substitute did not have exposure plan/bloodborne pathogen training on files. Technical assistance was provide that personnel are required to be educated on the homes exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the homes annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review.This standard was brought back ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 28-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sig-in/sign-out log for Feburary 2026 missing the times the children arrived at the home. The log only had the parent/guardians signature and not the actual time the children arrived. Technical assistance was provided the custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. Provider advised that 6 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed all childrens files. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency to account for all children. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D and 7.22, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist and provider conducted a fire drill utilizing the homes smok detector the operator failed to possess current attendance record and emergency contacts for all children enrolled in the home during the time of the drill. The specialist advised the provider that during drills and actual emergencies the provider must possess attendance and emergency contacts. The provider and specialist conducted a second fire drill with the current attendance to account for all children in care as well as emergency contacts for all of the children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider conducts monthly fire drills and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ An applicable part of the record was not complete]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, a child had a student heath record however it was not on a Florida Health DH 3040 form. TA: The provider will need to receive the student health record on a DH3040 form before due the date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An infant was observed being fed with a propped bottle. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, F
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one infant drinking out of a propped bottle. The provider removed the blanket that was underneath the bottle and held the baby in their arms. Therefore, the standard was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
- Official code
- 08-07
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 maintaining accurate daily attendance records for all children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2026 noted that arrival times were missing from the daily attendance log. This question helps ensure the provider has a consistent system to track attendance as required by state standards.
- Context
- The provider was given a correction due date of 3/10/2026 for this finding.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure all staff and substitutes have their required background screening and abuse reporting forms signed and on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 identified a missing signed child abuse and neglect reporting form for a substitute. This question allows the provider to explain how they manage personnel documentation to stay in compliance with state requirements.
- Context
- This issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you share your current practices for infant sleep safety and how you ensure cribs remain free of extra items?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from February 2026 show an instance where an infant was observed with extra bedding in a crib. This question helps parents understand how the provider implements safe sleep practices for infants.
- Context
- This issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and track health and immunization records to ensure they stay current for all children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2026 show multiple instances where health or immunization records were either expired or incomplete. This question helps clarify the provider's current system for keeping these important health documents up to date.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing a clear line of communication helps families feel confident in how the provider shares information regarding daily care and operational updates. This question helps parents understand how the provider keeps families informed and involved in their child's experience.