Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center
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Verified evidence places this provider between 2 and 12. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
100 W Lake Ruby Dr, Winter Haven FL, 33884
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 104 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 Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center 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
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C10PO0237
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 104 children
- Address
- 100 W Lake Ruby Dr, Winter Haven FL, 33884
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- +18633248566
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 29, 2016
- License expires
- April 28, 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
FindingSep '23
Sep 25, 2023
32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow Dixie Doxer stationary equipment, yellow race car, green and black with yellow steering wheels lil johnny deer stationary equipment, yell…
FindingDec '23
Dec 18, 2023
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… | 43-06: The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annu…
FindingApr '24
Apr 16, 2024
06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) General Requirements [SR] Commen… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselo… | 12-03: A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of the ins… | 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 (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environm… | 17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps
FindingNov '24
Nov 14, 2024
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 the time of inspection, Licensing Speciali… | 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, Licensing S…
FindingDec '24
Dec 11, 2024
46-07: The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments At th…
FindingMar '25
Mar 21, 2025
23-04: The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C (Se… | 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… | 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 (Section 2… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep…
FindingAug '25
Aug 27, 2025
12-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist o… | 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 the time of inspection, Licensing Speciali… | 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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the … | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of inspect…
FindingApr '26
Apr 23, 2026
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…
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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 Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center
Is Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center holds Florida DCF licence C10PO0237, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 29, 2016. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center 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 Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center 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 Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center care for?
- Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center is licensed for up to 104 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 21 inspections at Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center, 11 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.
