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Alta Schoolhouse

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14Elevated Risk

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4.9(70)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Center-based

On record in Florida.

220 Carleton St, Lakeland FL, 33803

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:30AM to 5:30PM
Licensed for
124 children

Hours

On the state licence record

7:30AM to 5:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Tue
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Wed
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Thu
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Fri
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

From the business

  • Identifies as Latino-owned
  • Identifies as women-owned

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom

Planning

  • Appointment required

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Alta Schoolhouse and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Licensed to serve

  • 6 wks – 5 yrs

Programs on record

  • After School
  • Before School
  • Full Day

The public record

License number
C10PO0381
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
124 children
Address
220 Carleton St, Lakeland FL, 33803
County
Polk County
Website
Not listed
License issued
April 8, 2022
License expires
April 7, 2027

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

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.

Inspection record

Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.

0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingSep '23

    Sep 7, 2023

    33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments At …

  2. FindingNov '23

    Nov 20, 2023

    32-12: The facility did not maintain the manufacturers instructions for playground equipment purchased or installed on or after January 2020 and/or have available for licensing to review. CCF Handbook, Secti… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Comments At the time of the inspection, …

  3. FindingMar '24

    Mar 28, 2024

    25-02: Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed during lunch time … | 28-02: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed childrens cups w… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed within the 2s classroom that the changing tab… | 40-05: The label on the prescription medication did not have the required information in that it did not include [First and last names ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Comments At the time of inspection, the … | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification o

  4. FindingJul '24

    Jul 31, 2024

    23-10: The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor obse… | 25-01: Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [only one food group offered per day in the afternoon snack]. CCF Handbook, Sectio… | 26-01: The facility's menu was not [ was not accessible to parents]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys snack menus for am/pm posted in th… | 28-02: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed several children… | 30-14: Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the c

  5. FindingSep '24

    Sep 5, 2024

    14-03: During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the middle classroom wi…

  6. FindingNov '24

    Nov 15, 2024

    18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Comments At the time of the inspection the specialist observed that the cots … | 18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Comments At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the cot coverings for each child wer… | 33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments At … | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ…

  7. FindingAug '25

    Aug 7, 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 [The facility has not completed a …

  8. FindingApr '26

    Apr 2, 2026

    33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ… | 34-05: The credentialed director was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets, personnel schedules or employment records. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, B…

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How the reviews split

The 4.9 average comes from 70 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star68
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star1
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about Alta Schoolhouse

Is Alta Schoolhouse a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Alta Schoolhouse holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0381, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 8, 2022. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

What are Alta Schoolhouse's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:30 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Alta Schoolhouse care for?

Alta Schoolhouse is licensed for up to 124 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Alta Schoolhouse had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 19 inspections at Alta Schoolhouse, 10 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.