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Dawson's Learning Academy LLC
905 E Parker St, Lakeland FL 33801 · License #C10PO0361 · Child Care Facility
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- (863) 816-3081
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- 905 E Parker St, Lakeland FL 33801 · Directions
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- Accepts School Readiness subsidy
- Licensed for 51 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Florida DCF, Office of Child Care Regulation- Class 3
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a vent that was very rusty. The specialist recommended having the vent replaced. The provider has until the
- Class 2
23-02 · Fire Drills
At the time of the renewal inspection, the provider did not have a current fire inspection completed. The last fire inspection was completed on 4/15/2024. The provider has until the
- Class 3
30-03 · Diapering
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed prepared and recently cleaned bottles on the handwashing sink. There was also a brush for bottle cleaning on the handwashing sink. The specialist recommended to the staff to only make one bottle at a time right before feeding each infant. The specialist also gave TA as a reminder that nothing can be rinsed out or washed in the handwashing only sink; the staff should have these items cleaned in the food preparation area- or kitchen only. The staff moved the bottles and cleansing brush from the handwashing sink; returning the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
- Class 3
30-02 · Diapering
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the handwashing sink in the one year old class had no handle to pump in the water. The provider has until the
- Class 3
30-03 · Diapering
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the handwashing sink in the one year old classroom was missing its handle and had clean diapers sitting inside the bowl. The diapers were removed. The specialist also observed bowls, cups, and paintbrushes on the sink in the VPK room. The specialist observed that there were items on the ledge of the sink in the infant room; the items were removed. TA was given to inform teachers that the sink is for handwashing only. The items were removed. The provider has until the
- Class 3
33-02 · Training Requirements
The specialist observed that 8/12 staff files were missing the training logs and/or transcripts. The provider has until the
- Class 3
33-03 · Training Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that an employee that began working on 10/24/24 has not begun introductory training (today's date: 2/5/25). Provider has until due date, to show that the staff member has begun training courses, this will return the facility back to compliance
- Class 2
20-06 · Crib Requirements
At the time of the inspection, there was one infant in the bouncy with a blanket. The provider took off the blanket from the infant therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection
Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
- Class 2
12-18 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, one electrical outlet cover was missing from two year old room. The provider plugged the tv in the electrical outlet therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
- Class 3
25-02 · Meals and Snacks
At the time of the inspection, in the one year old room the sausages were not cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. The provider cut the sausages in quarters therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
- Class 3
12-01 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the rug in the three year old room and the rug in the four year old room were dirty. The diaper change mat in the one year old room was dirty. The rug in the three year old room and the rug in the four year old room will need to be cleaned. The diaper mat in the one year old room will need to be replaced before the
- Class 2
05-02 · Transportation
During inspection information revealed transportation is occurring for children in personal vehicle's of owner/husband and there are no logs of children's name/time/date/location for DCF records
- Class 3
06-02 · Driver's License, Physician Certification
During the investigation information obtained revealed 2 employees were transporting children without the proper documentation necessary to drive children enrolled. The employees did not have physicals necessary to transport children
- Class 3
44-01 · Personnel Records
At the time of the inspection; the staff did not have a file at the facility at the time of commencement. This noncompliance is resolved due to the employee being added to the roster. Provider advised to ensure that all staff even if they are employed at multiple cites; they must have a file at each cite they work to maintain compliance of this standard
Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
- Class 3
46-07 · Daily Attendance
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all classroom attendance rosters and observed the infant room was the only classroom that was incorrect. The staff had 4 children in attendance and only 3 were signed in. The staff updated the sheet while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected by Jul 10, 2024
- Class 2
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a child leave the 2-year-old classroom and enter the 1-year-old classroom unattended. The 1-year-old classroom was empty at the time as they were on the playground. The teacher in the 2-year-old classroom was unaware the child had walked out. Another staff observed the child in the classroom alone and returned the child back to where he belonged
Corrected by Jun 4, 2024
- Class 3
12-02 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the tile prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a missing tile in the bathroom near the large classroom near the toilet
- Class 3
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: an area of concrete missing near the fence pole that poses a tripping hazard, there were multiple areas of landscape fabric exposed on the playground and along the rear fence there was an area of fencing that had separated from the pole and there was a gap between the pole and the fencing
- Class 3
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the 1-year-old classroom had a handwash station in the classroom that appeared to be broken (hose not attached). The staff listed on the supplemental removed the portable sink from the classroom leaving no other means for staff to wash their hands. The staff in the classroom was observed changing a diaper and when asked how she would wash her hands, she stated she would use wipes or another staff would bring her a bucket of water
- Class 2
32-03 · Outdoor Equipment
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a purple picnic table on the playground that had broken seat legs. The provider removed the table while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected by Jun 4, 2024
- Class 3
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed all of the stationary equipment did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 0 - 3 inches)
- Class 3
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry
- Class 3
33-06 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training within 1 year of employment/industry start date
- Class 3
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor the classroom attendance roster in the 1--year-old classroom had 6 children in attendance and 2 children were signed in
- Class 2
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the first row of seating in the van had 1 seatbelt that the buckle was completely missing and therefore inoperable and in the same seat, another seatbelt was missing the black cover
- Class 3
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the yellow merry go round was not anchored in any of the anchor holes
- Class 3
43-02 · Enrollment Information
At the time of the inspection, children's files N - Z were reviewed. The children listed on the supplemental did not have start/enrollment dates listed on their enrollment application. The provider entered the start dated while the counselor was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected by Feb 5, 2024
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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jun 2, 2025 inspection noted: “At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a vent that was very rusty. The specialist recommended having the vent replaced. The provider has until t…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Feb 5, 2025 inspection noted: “At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the handwashing sink in the one year old class had no handle to pump in the water. The provider has…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Oct 29, 2024 inspection noted: “At the time of the inspection, there was one infant in the bouncy with a blanket. The provider took off the blanket from the infant therefore it was completed a…” — what has changed since then?
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