Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3
- Local median
- 1.7
Mrs. J's Play Nest Inc
990 Buttercup Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801
- License:
- F10PO0458
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- August 6, 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 inspectionFebruary 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Mrs. J's Play Nest Inc from July 29, 2025 through February 26, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 22, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of February 21, 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
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33801
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 49%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 3.66
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was provided that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Indoor play areas in the home were not clean and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the home to be unclean and unorganized. The indoor play area was in disarray. There was a baby bottle with milk residue on the childrens play area table. Also, white rice scattered on the childrens play area table. Toys and other miscellaneous items were observed scattered all over the play area floor. The living room area where the children were napping on the cots there were piles of laundry on the couch. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from litter, nail, glass, and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A health and safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist conducted inspection on the playground and stepped into dog poop. After father review, Licensing Specialist observed several areas throughout the playground with dog poop. Also, there was a half-eaten pizza on the playground. Water hose and extension cord were observed gathered on the playground. Technical assistance was provided that all the outdoor play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from litter, nail, glass, and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All parts of the home, including furnishings, equipment and plumbing were not kept: [ clean and sanitary, in an orderly condition]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the home to be unclean and unorganized. The kitchen table was covered with miscellaneous items. The childrens food from lunch was still on the table from lunch. The kitchen counter was full of items and food from lunch prep. The home did not appear orderly, there were childrens shoes, socks, and toys in the kitchen/dining room area. Technical assistance was provided all parts of the home, both indoors and outdoors; including furnishings, equipment, toys, and plumbing shall be kept clean, and sanitary, free from hazards, in orderly condition and in good repair at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing
- Official code
- 18-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Weekly meal and snack menus were not planned, written and available for review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe the daycare homes menu posted. Operator advised she normally used the previous menus in rotation from what the children enjoy. Technical assistance was provided to ensure menus are planned and posted at the beginning of the week.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-08
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed blanket, toys and other miscellaneous items not associated with diapering on the diaper changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on/under the table changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 28-11
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specilist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an enrollment form (CF- FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form on file. Technical assistance was provided that Operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form Provider advised that 9 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed all childrens files. •
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several children arrival and departure times not documented on the forms. Technical assistance was provided that the custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, Operator responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. Provider advised that 9 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed all childrens files. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-06
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 daily attendance records are complete and accurate for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection from January 2026 identified that daily attendance documentation was not fully maintained. This question helps clarify how the center now tracks arrivals and departures to ensure all records are consistent.
- Context
- A later inspection on February 26, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your daily cleaning schedule for both the indoor play areas and the outdoor playground?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted concerns regarding the cleanliness of the play areas. Asking about current cleaning routines helps parents understand how the facility maintains a safe and tidy environment for children.
- Context
- A later inspection on February 26, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members are up to date on their required safety training, such as fire extinguisher use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from January 2026 indicate that documentation for staff safety training was missing at that time. This question allows the provider to explain how they track and verify staff certifications.
- Context
- A later inspection on February 26, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle the planning and posting of weekly menus to ensure parents are informed about meals?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 noted that weekly menus were not posted as required. This question helps parents understand how the facility communicates meal plans.
- Context
- A later inspection on February 26, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that diapering areas remain organized and free of unrelated items throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 identified that items unrelated to diapering were stored in the changing area. This question helps parents understand the facility's current practices for maintaining sanitary diapering stations.
- Context
- A later inspection on February 26, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations