Here We Grow E L A
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 2 and 12. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Parent reviews: not checked
- No parent reviews on file yet, so this category is excluded from the score.
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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
304 6th St SE, Winter Haven FL, 33880
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:00AM to 12:00AM
- Licensed for
- 54 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:00AM to 12:00AM
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 Here We Grow E L A 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
- Night Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0423
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 54 children
- Address
- 304 6th St SE, Winter Haven FL, 33880
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636561166
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 25, 2023
- License expires
- October 24, 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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingMar '25
Mar 18, 2025
25-01: Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [a child's food was discarded while eating and not replinished.]. CCF Handbook, Se… | 43-01: Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time … | 47-01: Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments At th…
FindingMar '25
Mar 24, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infants] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 children infants and one year old children] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.… | 04-06: There were insufficient personnel readily accessible to meet ratio requirements during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing… | 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… | 12-02: 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 of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the half wal… | 15-03: The facility did not have 35 square feet of usabl
FindingApr '25
Apr 14, 2025
04-01: Supervision of children in the [1-2 age ] group was inadequate in that [they were left unattended outside on the playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time o… | 39-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection, information o… | 46-07: The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it was not outside with the class].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection, infor…
FindingMay '25
May 5, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 children age one year old] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [17 children ages one through three years old (maj. 2) 1 one year ol…
FindingJun '25
Jun 23, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [1 to 3 year old children] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12 children one to three years old] children was observed. s.402.305(4… | 09-02: The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, th… | 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… | 13-01: A potentially harmful item, [softener Suavetel and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the t… | 13-03: Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flamma
FindingOct '25
Oct 15, 2025
14-03: During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the … | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 4, 2026
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… | 23-02: The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection,… | 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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensi… | 45-11: Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was i
FindingJun '26
Jun 24, 2026
42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments A… | 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 Record Kee…
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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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
Questions parents ask about Here We Grow E L A
Is Here We Grow E L A a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Here We Grow E L A holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0423, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 25, 2023. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Here We Grow E L A offer free VPK?
- Yes. Here We Grow E L A 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 Here We Grow E L A accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Here We Grow E L A 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 Here We Grow E L A care for?
- Here We Grow E L A is licensed for up to 54 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Here We Grow E L A had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 31 inspections at Here We Grow E L A, 16 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.
