Kidology Academy
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Verified evidence places this provider between 3 and 15. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
2844 Recker Hwy, Winter Haven FL, 33880
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 55 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- 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 Kidology 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0895
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 55 children
- Address
- 2844 Recker Hwy, Winter Haven FL, 33880
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18636623957
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- December 2, 2015
- License expires
- November 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
FindingAug '24
Aug 9, 2024
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 the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed the rugs in …
FindingOct '24
Oct 16, 2024
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] …
FindingFeb '25
Feb 10, 2025
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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments A… | 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, License Spe…
FindingJun '25
Jun 13, 2025
33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with … | 45-01: A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep… | 45-04: An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, Licensin…
FindingOct '25
Oct 21, 2025
13-01: A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], 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 time of ins… | 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 … | 33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with … | 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… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification o
FindingMar '26
Mar 12, 2026
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 Licensing specialist observed multiple … | 13-01: A potentially harmful item, [a spray bottle stored in the first classroom with three through five year old children present with a solution.], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B… | 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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the … | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, the Li… | 25-07: A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer
FindingApr '26
Apr 17, 2026
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 Licensing specialist observed the yello…
FindingMay '26
May 26, 2026
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 reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the flo…
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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 Kidology Academy
Is Kidology Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Kidology Academy holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0895, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on December 2, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Kidology Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Kidology 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 Kidology Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Kidology 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.
What are Kidology Academy's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Kidology Academy care for?
- Kidology Academy is licensed for up to 55 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Kidology Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 26 inspections at Kidology Academy, 14 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.
