Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.88
- Local median
- 1.38
Littles Enrichment Academy, LLC
153 Polk Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33884
- License:
- F10PO0439
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- December 15, 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 inspectionJune 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Littles Enrichment Academy, LLC from November 1, 2024 through June 16, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 16, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 15
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 2
5 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33884
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 41%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 3.21
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 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
June 6, 2025December 5, 2025June 16, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 6, 2025June 16, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and snacks supplied by the operator were not of a quantity and/or quality to meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.14, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the weekly menu for the home and it did not include required food groups per meal to ensure proper nutrition. The lunch menu did not include 5 food groups and 3 food groups for breakfast. For example, the food items offered for breakfast today had 2 food groups and lunch was shown as 4 food groups. The specialist and provider discussed options for adding a food group per meal and a copy of the my plate recommendation was emailed to the provider. TA was provided to ensure that food offered in care per meal include the appropriate number of food groups to ensure proper nutrition.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.16
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the hand washing procedures posted in the restroom of the home used by children did not include situational times of when to wash hands, only how. The specialist advised the provider that procedures for hand washing must include how and when to wash hands. The provider immediately posted an appropriate hand washing sign at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hand washing procedures to include how and when to wash hands are posted near places where food preparation, toileting and diapering take place.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Hygiene and Sanitation
- Official code
- 21-18
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The transportation log was not retained for a minimum of 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4.2
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childrens files and noticed a permission slip for a field trip conducted on 10/21/2025 to a local pumpkin patch at the neighborhood church via walking. The operator confirmed that they took a field trip walking and was not aware that it was considered transportation since they did not utilize a vehicle. The provider also advised that herself her substitute and also a parent of an enrolled child were present for the field trip. The specialist advised the operator that walking is a form of transportation and also taking the children off of the property of the home is a field trip which requires a written transport ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 03 - Transportation
- Official code
- 03-09
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the household member listed on the background screening did not have a current background screening granting eligibility for child care. The household members fingerprints expired as of 8/4/2025 and a new screening is required as well as new fingerprints. TA was provided to ensure that the household member has a current Background screening through the Clearinghouse with an eligible status for child care by the due date. TS was provided to ensure that any individual who is present in the home during business operation hours has a background screening through the Clearinghouse with an eligible status for child care.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia were accessible to children in care.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an opened bottle of alcohol stored in the homes refrigerator on a low shelf on the door of the upright refrigerator/freezer combo in the kitchen. The operator has a baby gate surrounding entrance to the kitchen, however the gate door was observed unlocked and open during time of inspection. At time of inspection the specialist asked the operator to move the bottle of alcohol out of reach of children. The provider threw out the alcohol bottle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the toxic and hazardous materials are not accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
- Official code
- 10-05
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection; the Licensing specialist observed the substitute listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training annually. The staff last completed the training on 11/6/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 28-11
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. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the two children listed on the supplemental did not have medical physicals on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current medical physicals on file for Licensing to review. Specialist reviewed all 10 enrolled childrens files. Specialist also reviewed the homes brochures, Distracted drivers and Influenza for compliance for the months of August and September 2025.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [8 preschool aged] children observed in care and their ages were [Two through Fours years old]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1
- Inspector notes
- 1 operator; 8 children ages two year old through four years old (maj.2) 1 household member New Ratio 1 operatror; 6 children ages two through four years old 1 household member At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the operator with 8 children ranging from ages two through four years old. The specialist advised the provider that per the ages of the children present the operator can have a maximum of 6 children preschool age at a time. The specialist advised that the provider is out of ratio and that two children would need to be picked up from the home at time of inspection. The operator advised that two children were leaving the home at time of inspecti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
- Official code
- 01-01
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed active red ant piles in the homes outdoor play area in the grass. The provider advised the provider to keep the children away from the area and also to treat the areas to eliminate the red ant piles active on the playground. TS was provided, the provider advised that they have noticed snake holes on the outdoor play areas and have started to treat them but have not spotted any snakes. The provider was encouraged to continue to treat the area for pest and insects to eliminate any other hazards. TA was provided to ensure that the provider treats the ant piles by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
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
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [medium-large sized plastic play equipment with stairs and slide on the far back side of the playground]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, K
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a medium-large sized plastic play equipment with stairs and slide on the far back side of the playground. The equipment was placed on a small area of brick like material surrounded by grass. The provider advised that the outdoor equipment needs a resilient surface added and discussed with the provider approved resilient surfaces and advised that grass is not a resilient surface. The provider encouraged the provider to add at least 6 inches of a resilient surface near the equipment. TA was provided to ensure that the provider adds a resilient surface to the equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-16
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a childs bedding that was blanket like similar to a sleeping bag. The specialist advised the provider that the childrens bedding must be at least 1 inch in thickness. TA was provided to ensure that the child has appropriate bedding at least 1 inch thick by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a childs mat that was torn exposing the foam material causing it to not be impermeable. TA was provided to ensure that the childs mat is impermeable by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home's first aid kit did not include: [ a current First Aid & CPR resource guide]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the homes first aid kit. The first aid kit was missing the current first aid guidelines. TA was provided to ensure that the first aid kit has current first aid guidelines by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 24 - First Aid Kit
- Official code
- 24-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The written record of fire drills was missing the following: [ date & time of the drill]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to conduct a monthly fire drill for the month of May 2025. The provider advised that she forgot. The specialist and provider conducted a fire drill at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider conducts monthly fire drills and documents them on a log for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-03
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired Immunization form last dated on 5/3/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization record by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
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
Can you explain the current process for ensuring all adults present in the home have active, cleared background screenings?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a December 2025 inspection show a finding regarding a missing background screening for a household member. This question helps confirm that the provider has updated their tracking process to ensure everyone in the home remains eligible.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that potentially hazardous items are kept completely out of reach of the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 noted an instance where a hazardous item was accessible. Asking this helps parents understand the current storage and supervision practices in place to maintain a secure environment.
- Context
- The item was removed immediately at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the home manage transportation logs and permission slips for outings, including walking trips?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from December 2025 indicate a need for better documentation of field trips. This question helps clarify how the provider now tracks off-site activities to ensure all required records are maintained.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the current process for monitoring the number of children in care to ensure the home remains within the required ratios?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2025 inspection show a finding regarding staff-to-child ratios. This question helps parents understand the current staffing practices used to maintain compliance with capacity limits.
- Context
- The ratio was corrected immediately at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the home ensure that all children's health and immunization records are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records have shown multiple findings related to health and immunization documentation over the past year. This question helps parents understand the provider's current administrative process for keeping these essential records up to date.
Related violations