Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.89
- Local median
- 1.26
Creative Learning Childcare Center
718 Auburn Grove Ct, Auburndale, FL 33823
- License:
- F10PO0410
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- November 29, 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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionMay 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Creative Learning Childcare Center from October 19, 2023 through May 28, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 2, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of January 10, 2025.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Four later inspections, from January 29, 2025 through May 28, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 17
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33823
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 19%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 3.06
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 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 2, 2024January 2, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 28, 2024January 2, 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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that both individuals in the home listed on the supplemental do not have eligible background screenings through the Clearinghouse on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the individuals have a background screening if they are in the home and have contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, E and Q
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that both individuals in the home listed on the supplemental do not have documented and verified employment history complete for the past 5 years. TA was provided to ensure that the individuals have employment history documented on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by January 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, Rand4.3, B
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that both individuals in the home listed on the supplemental do not have signed attestation of good moral character on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the individuals have attestations on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by January 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-05
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
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that both individuals in the home listed on the supplemental do not have signed Child Abuse and Neglect forms on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the individuals have signed Child Abuse and Neglect forms on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by January 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator or substitutes First Aid or CPR certification was no longer current.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that both individuals in the home listed on the supplemental do not have documentation of CPR and First aid training on file. TA was provided to ensure that the individuals CPR and First aid training on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by January 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-10
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist arrived at the home and observed two women in the home. One the of the women went directly upstairs once specialist entered the home. The specialist asked the women who answered the door if she was the owner of the home and she replied, no. The specialist asked the women where the owner of the home was and she stated upstairs. The specialist waited and asked where she could find the owner of the home she replied she thought she was outside, the specialist went outside and the contractor working on the roof stated that he saw her drive away. The specialist asked the women directly caring for the children in the home to cont ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
- Official code
- 08-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas in the home were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed hazardous material in the outdoor play area. The provider confirmed that the children played on the playground today and go outside twice a day. The specialist observed a rake, shovel, steel stake, and grill cleaner near the grill on the patio. The provider also observed a spray can with a clear solution, and another steel stake and rubber hose on the ground in the playground. The provider stated she thinks the solution is water to water the plants. The specialist also observed a bottle of shaving cream in the backyard play area near the play house on the ground. The provider removed all of the litter and hazardou ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not safe and sanitary for the children to use in that [ the Licensing specialist observed a small trampoline with handle on the play area. The provider stated that children play with the equipment however the equipment was observed with the cloth material torn and causing a trip hazard as well as the foam handle covering peeling off]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, M
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed a small trampoline with handle on the play area. The provider stated that children play with the equipment however the equipment was observed with the cloth material torn and causing a trip hazard as well as the foam handle covering peeling off. The provider removed the equipment from the play area at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the equipment is safe and sanitary for children in care and maintained in good condition.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-14
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Floor mats available for children in care were not at least one inch thick. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the children in care sleeping on sleeping mats similar to sleeping bags but did not meet the 1 inch thickness required for a sleeping mat. The specialist advised the provider that 1 inch thickness are required for mats or cots. TA was provided to ensure that the home has 1 inch mats or cots for the children in care to nap.
- Correction status
- Due by January 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines, toilet paper], and within the reach of children. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed a child in care go to the restroom, but the restroom had no tissue or paper towels for use in stock. The provider immediately restocked the supplies in the restroom. TA was provided to ensure that the restroom is stocked with supplies needed for toileting.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Hygiene and Sanitation
- Official code
- 21-07
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a bottle of pain medication in pill form on the kitchen counter near the living room next the back door where children were observed present and napping earlier the inspection and medication was accessible to children in care. The specialist asked the provider to move the medication to a higher surface or locked cabinet at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that medication is not accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
- Official code
- 29-09
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a parent drop off a child and leave. While gathering belongs out Licensing Specialist vehicle, Licensing Specialist observed the Operator and Household Member return home in a gray Toyota SUV with their child. Operator abruptly exited the vehicle and entered the home. When Licensing Specialist enter the home, Licensing Specialist determined that two Children were in care. Operator admitted that the children were in the care of a Visitor of the home who does not have a cleared background screening. Technical assistance was provided that all child care personnel, household member, substitute must be screened via Clearingh ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
- Official code
- 08-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [wooden play structure (with two swings)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, K
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that home installed a wooden play structure (with two swings) outside. The wooden play structure did not have any resilient surface beneath and within the fall zone. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Resilient surface is but not limited to mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand.
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas and equipment were not inspected prior to usage for basic health and safety and/or problems noted were not corrected before used by children and/or daily inspection documentation was not maintained for 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7, A and7.6, N
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, Operator advised that she conducted the daily indoor/outdoor inspect but did not document it. The Operator did not have any documentation for Licensing Specialist to review. Operator 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 June 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-21
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization on file as of 8/31/23. 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 June 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The enrollment form used by the operator was incomplete and/or did not include all required information as required on CF-FSP Form 5219. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, A, C and F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the home using their own enrollment application, however, it did not have the all required information as required on CF-FSP Form 5219. Licensing Specialist emailed Operator a copy of CF-FSP Form Child Care Application for Enrollment. Technical support was provided that all children (including Operators children) must have enrollment application on file. Operator completed enrollment application. • Operator advised that 6 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed all childrens files. •
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-02
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 [parents was not provided the information].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed childrens files and determined that children did not have documentation regarding parent(s) or legal guardian(s) 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 month of April 2024 Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children enrolled parent and/or guardian are provided distracted driver information in April and September. This standard was brought back into compliance as the month has past. • 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
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 only authorized and screened individuals have contact with children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an official inspection report indicate instances where individuals without cleared background screenings were present with children. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center maintains secure supervision standards.
- Context
- The provider has had subsequent clean inspections following the 2025 reports.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all required staff documentation, such as background screenings and training records, are kept current and organized?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that background screening documentation has been a repeated topic of discussion across multiple visits. This question allows the provider to explain how they now manage these administrative requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage of medications to ensure they remain inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where medication was accessible to children. Discussing this helps parents understand the current safety protocols for storing items out of reach.
- Context
- This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting the play area and equipment to ensure everything is safe and ready for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that equipment maintenance and safety checks have been noted in more than one inspection. This question helps parents understand the current daily safety procedures for the play environment.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents about your daily schedule and the activities planned for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a provider shares information about daily routines helps parents feel more connected to their child's experience. Consistent communication is a key part of building a strong partnership between families and the center.