Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy
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On record in Florida.
923 Fairlane Dr, Lakeland FL, 33809
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 52 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy 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
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0845
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 52 children
- Address
- 923 Fairlane Dr, Lakeland FL, 33809
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18639379153
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- February 26, 2014
- License expires
- February 25, 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
FindingOct '24
Oct 24, 2024
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… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At th… | 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… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 … | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all
FindingFeb '25
Feb 18, 2025
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… | 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… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comment… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent heal
FindingJun '25
Jun 20, 2025
01-03: The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S. Comments At time of inspection licensing specialist observed that the business license number was not displayed on… | 03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments At time of in… | 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 time of inspection licensing specialist observed AC vents with accumulate… | 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 time of inspection licensing specialist ob… | 13-03: Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flamma
FindingOct '25
Oct 23, 2025
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… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swings, slide, the 4 seated bouncer and the red stand.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pa… | 33-08: Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR] Comments A… | 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… | 45-07: Background screening was not completed: [ after a
FindingDec '25
Dec 16, 2025
32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [blue bouncer and the slide.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment … | 45-05: Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Ha…
FindingJan '26
Jan 20, 2026
32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swings, the four seat bouncer] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equi…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 20, 2026
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… | 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… | 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, … | 24-02: Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time… | 24-09: The food preparation area does not have a hand wa
FindingJun '26
Jun 18, 2026
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 the inspection, the speci… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings, stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of the inspec… | 39-05: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [missing signatures and dates by Director. missing dates by parents]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requi… | 46-03: Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time …
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What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy
Is Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0845, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on February 26, 2014. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy 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 Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy 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 Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy care for?
- Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy is licensed for up to 52 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 25 inspections at Paholas LLC Dba Ms Kristin's Kinder Academy, 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.
