Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.55
- Local median
- 1.7
Mcnish Leola Jean Family Day Care
1420 Miller Ln, Lakeland, FL 33801
- License:
- F10PO1070
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, 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:
- September 28, 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 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Mcnish Leola Jean Family Day Care from March 14, 2023 through April 8, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 23, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of April 2, 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
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33801
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 49%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
September 20, 2023March 5, 2024April 9, 2024March 25, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 licensing specialist observed that there are several containers of stain treatment and oxy clean in the unlocked laundry room accessible to children and in the hallway to the restroom there is a cabinet that is used to store all types of cleaning supplies, room deodorizers and screw drivers accessible to children. TA was provided tor all chemicals and sharp items be stored out of the reach of children by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
- Official code
- 10-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a child that did not have the immunization record on DH 680 form. TA: The provider will need to inform the parent to transfer the immunization record on a DH 680 form before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired), Other].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, there was one child that had an expired immunization 3/14/25. TA: The provider will need to obtain a current immunization from the parent or register on Florida Health website to obtain the record.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods, perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly stored]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.13, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider cleaned the mini fridge and took out the rotten potatoes out of the large fridge. However, there were expired fruit cups 7/21/23 and apple source expired 5/23/23. The provider discarded the fruit cups and apple source in the trash. Therefore, the standard was put back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods, perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly sealed or covered]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.13, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was meat spilled in the mini fridge. In the large fridge, there were bags of rotten potatoes. TA: The provider will need to discard the meat and potatoes. Also, the provider will need to clean the mini fridge.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-15
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods, perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly sealed or covered]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.13, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were left over food not covered or sealed. The leftover food was not labelled and dated when opened. There was a rotten pepper in the refrigerator. TA: The provider will need to properly seal the leftover foods and dated when opened. Then the leftover food will need to be discarded after five days. The provider will need to discard any rotten vegetables or fruit.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-15
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 steps are currently in place to ensure that all cleaning supplies and tools are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection noted that certain cleaning supplies and tools were accessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the current storage protocols and safety measures in place.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 8, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your process for tracking and maintaining up-to-date immunization records for all children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where immunization documentation was missing or expired. This question helps parents understand how the provider manages these important health records to ensure they remain current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage food storage and inventory to ensure that all items are fresh and properly labeled?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public inspection reports from 2023 and 2024 identified concerns regarding the storage and labeling of food items. This question allows the provider to explain their current routine for monitoring food quality and storage standards.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for supervising children during transitions, such as when moving between play areas and the restroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff supervise children during daily transitions helps parents feel confident about the level of attention and care provided throughout the day.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there is a change in your daily safety or health procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding operational changes ensures that families are always informed about the standards and practices governing their child's environment.