Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0
La Petite Academy # 3
21650 SW 98th Ave, Cutler Bay, FL 33190
- License:
- C11MD0173
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 150
- License expiration:
- March 27, 2027
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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for La Petite Academy # 3 from March 22, 2023 through March 13, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 20, 2024 and involved staff training, with a due date of September 27, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Seven later inspections, from April 4, 2024 through March 13, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11 local median in Cutler Bay
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.03
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Inspector notes
- fsc observed The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential T.A. Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CF[1]FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 tell me about the current director's credentials and how the center ensures these requirements are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2024 noted that the director at that time did not have an active credential. Asking about current leadership helps parents understand how the facility manages professional requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on March 13, 2026.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for onboarding new staff and ensuring they receive all necessary training before working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the training and preparation process for new employees helps parents feel confident about the quality of care and supervision provided to children.
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines, classroom activities, or any changes in center operations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels ensure that parents stay informed about their child's day and any important updates regarding the center's environment.
General question
What are the typical staff-to-child ratios in the classrooms, and how do you maintain consistent supervision throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing how the center manages supervision and staffing levels provides insight into how much individual attention each child receives.
General question
How does the center handle transitions between activities or classrooms to ensure children feel secure and supported?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about how transitions are managed helps parents understand how the staff supports children during changes in their daily schedule.