Head Of The Class Learning Center
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 11 and 28. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
1836 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland FL, 33805
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 187 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Tue
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Wed
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Thu
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Fri
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- 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 Head Of The Class Learning 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
- After School
- Before School
- Food Served
- Full Day
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0334
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 187 children
- Address
- 1836 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland FL, 33805
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636824252
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 18, 2019
- License expires
- November 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.
3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8
FindingNov '23
Nov 28, 2023
32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [At the time of the inspection, there was one swing replaced with new chains however, there was on…
FindingMar '24
Mar 14, 2024
18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection, the counsel…
FindingJul '24
Jul 9, 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 ceiling tile in th… | 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 … | 17-07: The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments … | 18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor o… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or b
FindingNov '24
Nov 13, 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 The Licensing Specialist obser…
- CleanMar '25
- CleanJun '25
- CleanNov '25
FindingMar '26
Mar 11, 2026
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 the inspection, the l… | 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,… | 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… | 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] … | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or b
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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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about Head Of The Class Learning Center
Is Head Of The Class Learning Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Head Of The Class Learning Center holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0334, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 18, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Head Of The Class Learning Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Head Of The Class Learning 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.
Is Head Of The Class Learning Center a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Head Of The Class Learning Center holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Head Of The Class Learning Center accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Head Of The Class Learning Center 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 Head Of The Class Learning Center's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30AM-5:30PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Head Of The Class Learning Center care for?
- Head Of The Class Learning Center is licensed for up to 187 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Head Of The Class Learning Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 15 inspections at Head Of The Class Learning Center, 7 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.
