
Higher Learning Academy Of Central Florida LLC
1068 Pine Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity59 children
Overview
About Us
Higher Learning Academy Of Central Florida LLC is a licensed child care center with a mid-sized DCF-licensed capacity of 59 children in Lake Wales, Florida. DCF licensing records place the origination of this provider approximately 2 years ago.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida School Readiness subsidies. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Higher Learning Academy Of Central Florida LLC.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C10PO0433
Inspection History
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingSep '24
Sep 3, 2024
23-02: The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environmen…
FindingJan '25
Jan 7, 2025
12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At th… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Co… | 24-23: The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the tim… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of the inspec… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that a
FindingFeb '25
Feb 17, 2025
33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 …
FindingMay '25
May 12, 2025
09-01: The facility didnt have a written plan of scheduled activities. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed clas… | 09-06: The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist o… | 12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few air condi… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing spec… | 17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter,
FindingJun '25
Jun 12, 2025
01-03: The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S. Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the advertisement sign placed in the front o… | 24-13: Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At … | 33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with … | 44-05: A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of i… | 44-06: The facility failed to maintain written documenta
FindingSep '25
Sep 5, 2025
23-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [during the months of March & Apri… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a plastic playhouse was observed with multiple broken plastic pieces.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1… | 33-07: Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF … | 43-02: The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record K… | 45-04: An employment history verification was not docume
FindingJan '26
Jan 8, 2026
23-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [the facilitys fire drill log whic… | 30-14: Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the staff in th… | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR] Comments A… | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Kee…
FindingApr '26
Apr 7, 2026
13-01: A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a… | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Ph… | 14-01: All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection, … | 17-02: The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environm… | 17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps
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Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from Florida DCF licensing flags. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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