First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool
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On record in Florida.
5410 Yarborough Ln, Lakeland FL, 33812
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 71 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0030
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 71 children
- Address
- 5410 Yarborough Ln, Lakeland FL, 33812
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636484182
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 15, 1999
- License expires
- March 31, 2027
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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.
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
FindingJul '24
Jul 24, 2024
24-13: Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor ob… | 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…
FindingNov '24
Nov 21, 2024
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 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Li… | 25-01: Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [the snack item being served to children in care in the afternoon with only one fo… | 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 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing s…
FindingJan '25
Jan 3, 2025
25-01: Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [the facility failed to offer two food groups for afternoon snack to children in c… | 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 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of reinspection, the Licensing s… | 26-01: The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the faci…
FindingMar '25
Mar 11, 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… | 13-01: A potentially harmful item, [the solution was in the bottle and the provider replied, bleach], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physica… | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) San…
FindingJul '25
Jul 28, 2025
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 the air conditi… | 18-03: The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G Physical Environment [SR] Comments … | 24-11: Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of in… | 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 On April 30, 2025, the provider notified the Licensing sp… | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all
FindingNov '25
Nov 21, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the on… | 17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the … | 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… | 45-04: An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care…
FindingJan '26
Jan 5, 2026
01-03: The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S. Comments At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a now enrolling advertisement sign in front of t…
FindingMar '26
Mar 26, 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…
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What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool
Is First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0030, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 15, 1999. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool offer free VPK?
- Yes. First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool 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.
Does First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.
How many children can First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool care for?
- First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool is licensed for up to 71 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 19 inspections at First Baptist Church Of Highland City Preschool, 11 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.
