Great Kidz Academy Inc
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 4 and 17. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
1700 George Jenkins Blvd, Lakeland FL, 33815
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Licensed for
- 120 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
- Monday
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Tuesday
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Wednesday
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Thursday
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Friday
- 6:30AM to 4:30PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 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 Great Kidz Academy Inc 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0327
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
- Address
- 1700 George Jenkins Blvd, Lakeland FL, 33815
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18632105075
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 18, 2019
- License expires
- September 17, 2026
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
FindingAug '24
Aug 29, 2024
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… | 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… | 18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At… | 23-12: Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, … | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface unde
FindingJan '25
Jan 10, 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… | 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… | 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 … | 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… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent heal
FindingFeb '25
Feb 14, 2025
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 inspection, the Licensing spe…
FindingMar '25
Mar 10, 2025
45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR] Comments At time of inspection, the Licensing special…
FindingMay '25
May 15, 2025
09-07: The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR] Comments… | 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 some area… | 13-01: A potentially harmful item, [The specialist asked the staff what the solution was, the staff replied Fabuloso and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment… | 24-09: The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [additional sink with hot water measuring to 100 degrees is required in areas …
FindingSep '25
Sep 10, 2025
04-08: An infant was observed being fed with a propped bottle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licen… | 20-06: Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 He… | 21-05: Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspectio… | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employe
FindingJan '26
Jan 7, 2026
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 the … | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary outdoor equipment blue airplane, the yellow swings and the yellow metal car with blue slide. On the younger childrens playground all … | 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 of children in that [ first classroom near the office with VPK B children, the staff had no attendance completed. Also, in the one year old classroom …
FindingMay '26
May 7, 2026
33-16: All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR… | 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 (Section 2… | 48-02: At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [(7) infants & (12) 2's] for [2 staff] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the departme…
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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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 3.7 average comes from 3 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 Great Kidz Academy Inc
Is Great Kidz Academy Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Great Kidz Academy Inc holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0327, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 18, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Great Kidz Academy Inc offer free VPK?
- Yes. Great Kidz Academy Inc 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 Great Kidz Academy Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Great Kidz Academy Inc 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 Great Kidz Academy Inc care for?
- Great Kidz Academy Inc is licensed for up to 120 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Great Kidz Academy Inc had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 30 inspections at Great Kidz Academy Inc, 15 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.
