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Hadley's Early Education, LLC

Licensed
6Elevated Risk

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3.9(14)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKHead StartSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

1020 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland FL, 33805

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 5:00PM
Licensed for
72 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 5:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–5 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–5 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–5 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–5 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–5 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 Hadley's Early Education, LLC 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
C10PO0878
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
72 children
Address
1020 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland FL, 33805
County
Polk County
Website
Not listed
License issued
January 8, 2015
License expires
January 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. FindingAug '24

    Aug 29, 2024

    12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor obse…

  2. FindingSep '24

    Sep 30, 2024

    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 counselor observed a piece of drywall m…

  3. FindingNov '24

    Nov 20, 2024

    09-06: The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist o… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing spec… | 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 … | 24-13: 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… | 26-01: The facility's menu was not [ did not have substi

  4. FindingDec '24

    Dec 12, 2024

    12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licen… | 23-01: The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] … | 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, … | 28-04: Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At th… | 29-16: Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or

  5. FindingMay '25

    May 6, 2025

    13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (S… | 45-04: An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection, a st… | 46-02: Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of the insp…

  6. FindingSep '25

    Sep 4, 2025

    17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 30-02: The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the t… | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health … | 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… | 33-07: Child care personnel, including volunteers who wo

  7. FindingDec '25

    Dec 29, 2025

    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 the inspection,… | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safet… | 30-02: The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the t… | 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… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examinat

  8. FindingMay '26

    May 1, 2026

    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 the inspection,… | 14-01: All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] … | 14-02: All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physica…

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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)
  • Programs: Head Start participant
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 3.9 average comes from 14 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

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  • 1 star4

Questions parents ask about Hadley's Early Education, LLC

Is Hadley's Early Education, LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Hadley's Early Education, LLC holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0878, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 8, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Hadley's Early Education, LLC offer free VPK?

Yes. Hadley's Early Education, LLC 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 Hadley's Early Education, LLC accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Hadley's Early Education, LLC 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 Hadley's Early Education, LLC's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Hadley's Early Education, LLC care for?

Hadley's Early Education, LLC is licensed for up to 72 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Hadley's Early Education, LLC had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 39 inspections at Hadley's Early Education, LLC, 24 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.