Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc.
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.
334 Doris Dr, Lakeland FL, 33813
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 51 children
Hours
On the state licence record
7:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- 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 Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, 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
- Full Day
- Half Day
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0324
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 51 children
- Address
- 334 Doris Dr, Lakeland FL, 33813
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636475728
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- June 20, 2019
- License expires
- June 19, 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
FindingFeb '24
Feb 14, 2024
19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in the two and three year o… | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Comments At the time of inspection, the couns…
FindingJun '24
Jun 10, 2024
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 Comments At the time of inspection, the counsel… | 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 three year old classroom eating colored goldfish and water]. CCF Handbook, S… | 25-07: A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Comments At the time of insp… | 26-01: The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not planned, was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Comments At the time of inspection…
FindingOct '24
Oct 4, 2024
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 Comments At the time of inspection, the co… | 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 Comments At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a childs water b… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow swings attached to the wood equipment 2 inches of mulch, the stationary multicolored caterpillar tires on both playgrounds with 4 and 1 i… | 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,…
FindingNov '24
Nov 8, 2024
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 Comments At the time of reinspection, the …
FindingFeb '25
Feb 4, 2025
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 Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed child…
FindingMay '25
May 29, 2025
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 Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observe… | 33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments At … | 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,… | 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 Comments A… | 45-11: Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was i
FindingJan '26
Jan 22, 2026
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 Comments At the time of inspection, Licens… | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined…
FindingJun '26
Jun 15, 2026
32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [The stationary swing set connected to the wooden play equipment the mulch measured to 5 inches in depth. The red metal bus the mulch measured to…
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What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Points to verify
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Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 6 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 Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc.
Is Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc. a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc. holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0324, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 20, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc. offer free VPK?
- Yes. Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, 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.
How many children can Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc. care for?
- Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc. is licensed for up to 51 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc. had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 18 inspections at Montessori Preschool Of Lakeland, Inc., 10 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.
