1 / 5First Steps Education Lakeland
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 4 and 15. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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On record in Florida.
1712 W Chase St, Lakeland FL, 33815
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 99 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 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
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 First Steps Education Lakeland 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0374
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
- Address
- 1712 W Chase St, Lakeland FL, 33815
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636833629
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- March 25, 2022
- License expires
- March 24, 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
FindingJul '24
Jul 17, 2024
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 counselor observed the two upright white refr… | 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 Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed 2 gallo… | 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 Comments At the time of inspection,… | 45-04: An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the…
FindingNov '24
Nov 15, 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… | 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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At t… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a di… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the red and blue climbing dome with 5 inches of mulch. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comment… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not a
FindingMar '25
Mar 4, 2025
04-01: Supervision of children in the [two through four year old] group was inadequate in that [no staff was supervising children who left their classrooms alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - He… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the… | 12-03: A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the ti… | 12-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the ti… | 13-01: A potentially harmful item, [bleach], was not lab
FindingApr '25
Apr 8, 2025
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Ph… | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag…
FindingApr '25
Apr 8, 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 reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed multipl… | 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…
FindingJul '25
Jul 7, 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 a couple … | 12-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing speciali… | 30-05: The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing… | 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… | 46-07: The attendance roster did not accompany the group
FindingNov '25
Nov 18, 2025
09-03: The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR] Co… | 21-11: The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection,… | 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 Licensing sp…
FindingMar '26
Mar 9, 2026
09-03: The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safe… | 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… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the resilient surface in mulch around the metal green and blue climbing dome on the playground measuring to 5 inches in depth] was not maintaine… | 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 …
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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
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 3.1 average comes from 19 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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- 1 star9
Questions parents ask about First Steps Education Lakeland
Is First Steps Education Lakeland a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. First Steps Education Lakeland holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0374, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on March 25, 2022. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does First Steps Education Lakeland accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows First Steps Education Lakeland 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.
What are First Steps Education Lakeland's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can First Steps Education Lakeland care for?
- First Steps Education Lakeland is licensed for up to 99 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has First Steps Education Lakeland had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 26 inspections at First Steps Education Lakeland, 17 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.
