1 / 4Covenant Child Development Center
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 13 and 29. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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On record in Florida.
210 Poppell Dr, Lakeland FL, 33813
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 150 children
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
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 Covenant Child Development Center 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0022
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
- Address
- 210 Poppell Dr, Lakeland FL, 33813
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636466531
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- January 1, 1988
- License expires
- April 29, 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
FindingDec '24
Dec 6, 2024
41-01: 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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Comments At the time of inspec…
FindingApr '25
Apr 17, 2025
12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple of ceiling tiles in the upstairs… | 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 Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist … | 24-13: Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed kitche…
FindingMay '25
May 1, 2025
04-01: Supervision of children in the [3 year old age] group was inadequate in that [a child in this class on two separate occassions inappropriately touched classmates in their privacy area]. CCF Handbook, … | 11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B Comments At the time of the inspection, interviews revealed the child …
FindingAug '25
Aug 27, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the upstairs childrens restroom … | 17-09: The outdoor play area did not have at least two exits, with at least one of the exits being remote from the building. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing spe… | 29-16: Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Comments At the time of inspection, the Lic… | 44-03: The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employe…
FindingSep '25
Sep 30, 2025
34-04: The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist deter…
FindingDec '25
Dec 15, 2025
33-08: Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing speci…
FindingApr '26
Apr 21, 2026
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the cabinets in the 3 - & … | 12-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the c… | 13-03: Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Comments At the time of the i…
FindingMay '26
May 29, 2026
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments At the time of the re-inspection, the licensing specialist observed that all doors and cabinets …
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What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 20 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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Questions parents ask about Covenant Child Development Center
Is Covenant Child Development Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Covenant Child Development Center holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0022, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 1, 1988. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Covenant Child Development Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Covenant Child Development Center is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.
What are Covenant Child Development Center's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Covenant Child Development Center care for?
- Covenant Child Development Center is licensed for up to 150 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Covenant Child Development Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 26 inspections at Covenant Child Development Center, 14 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.
