Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.35
- Local median
- 0.5
Happy Garden Day Care And Preschool
4440 NW 7th St, Miami, FL 33126
- License:
- C11MD0042
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 26
- License expiration:
- July 29, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Miami-Dade County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Happy Garden Day Care And Preschool from March 28, 2023 through June 15, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 2, 2026 and involved supervision.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33126
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 6%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 24%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.93
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 12, 2023June 27, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed a 2-3 year old classroom being watched by the same teacher that was in the infant room. This standard was brought into compliance once the 2-3 year olds classrooms teacher returned. 4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all thechildren. All other child care personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio mustbe within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if neededto ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to childrenup to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the Family Service Counselor observed that the student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by July 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the counselor observed that the facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Bottled water]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cleaning wounds or eyes), and 12. A current re ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- 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 and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [one child was missing both dates and signutires for distracted drviers and flu within their file. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection the counselor observed that 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 and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [ one child was missing both dates and signatures for distracted drivers and flu within their file.] Technical support that was given to the provider stated that annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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
- Inspector notes
- 1 personnel was observed by FSC to have not completed the 40 hour introductory child care training. Technical assistance was given to provider per CCF handbook " Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel mu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed 1 enrolled child file to not have an updated health examination. Technical assistance was given to provider per CCF handbook " The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. "
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the current procedures for maintaining supervision during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 noted a finding regarding supervision during nap time. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center ensures staff are positioned to monitor children effectively during rest periods.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for ensuring all children's health records remain up-to-date and compliant?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 and 2024 show repeated findings regarding student health examinations. This question helps parents understand how the center manages and tracks these important documents to ensure they do not lapse.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that first aid kits are fully stocked and ready for use at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2024 noted that a first aid kit was missing required items. Asking about the current inventory process helps parents feel confident that emergency supplies are consistently maintained.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training and onboarding do new staff members receive to ensure they meet all requirements before working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in July 2023 indicated a staff member had not completed required training. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to verifying staff credentials and training completion.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center communicate with families about important safety information and required annual documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from March 2024 noted a gap in documentation for mandatory parent information. Asking about the current communication process helps parents understand how the center ensures all required forms and notices are shared and signed.
Related violations