Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 1.7
little footprints of sunshine llc
1110 Waterview Blvd E, Lakeland, FL 33801
- License:
- F10PO0462
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- October 1, 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 inspectionApril 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 18, 2025
Summary
This summary covers two available inspections for little footprints of sunshine llc from September 18, 2025 through April 1, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 1, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 2
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
2 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33801
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- 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.
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the locking devices on the cabinets in the kitchen were open and the gate was not closed. This left access to the chemicals under the kitchen sink. The latches were closed; returning the home to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
- Official code
- 10-01
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
What is your current process for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items remain securely locked away from children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that cleaning supplies were found accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps clarify how the center maintains a secure environment for all children in care.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you monitor the daily use of safety gates and cabinet locks to ensure they are consistently secured?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent use of safety equipment is a key part of maintaining a secure environment. Understanding the daily routine for checking these devices provides insight into how the provider manages supervision and safety throughout the day.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding the proper storage and handling of household chemicals?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training is essential for ensuring that safety protocols are followed correctly every day. This question helps parents understand how the provider prepares the team to maintain a secure environment.
General question
Could you walk me through your daily routine for supervising children, especially during transitions like cleaning or meal preparation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the daily schedule and supervision plan helps families understand how the provider balances routine tasks with active child monitoring. This provides a clearer picture of the center's operational flow.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are any changes to your safety or supervision procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Open communication is important for building trust between families and providers. Knowing how the center shares information about their practices helps parents feel more informed and involved in their child's care.