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YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care

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School Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

1140 E County Road 540A, Lakeland FL, 33813

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
2:00PM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
43 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

2:00PM 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 YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care 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
  • Food Served

The public record

License number
C10PO0436
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
43 children
Address
1140 E County Road 540A, Lakeland FL, 33813
County
Polk County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 11, 2023
License expires
May 15, 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 · 5 with findings in the last 5

  1. FindingDec '23

    Dec 7, 2023

    36-02: The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of th… | 36-10: The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child an…

  2. FindingAug '24

    Aug 22, 2024

    28-03: 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments A…

  3. FindingJan '25

    Jan 9, 2025

    12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection the specialist observed that the a/c vents i… | 21-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [there was no fire drill documente… | 29-01: The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments At the time of the inspection, the person in charge doe… | 37-04: 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record K…

  4. FindingApr '25

    Apr 29, 2025

    28-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Gilberto … | 28-03: 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments E… | 31-05: The facility did not have at least one child care personnel who had current pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification in each classroom/room/designated space, or outdoor area occupie… | 32-08: The facility did not have at least one child care personnel who had current first aid training in each classroom/room/designated space, or outdoor area occupied by children. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.…

  5. FindingJan '26

    Jan 9, 2026

    21-05: The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2… | 21-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [They did not complete a fire dril… | 28-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments At the ti… | 28-03: 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments A…

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What the record says

Provider highlights

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Signals of care

Strengths

  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

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Not enough signal recorded yet.

Questions parents ask about YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care

Is YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0436, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 11, 2023. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care 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 YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care care for?

YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care is licensed for up to 43 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 15 inspections at YMCA Scott Lake Kid Care, 5 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.