Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.42
- Local median
- 0.1
Happy Dreams Learning Center Inc
1373 SW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33145
- License:
- C11MD0370
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 57
- License expiration:
- May 26, 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
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 inspectionMay 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Happy Dreams Learning Center Inc from January 25, 2023 through May 15, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 16, 2026 and involved background screening.
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
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33145
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.2
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A- 36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. At the t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. It was observed at the time of inspection that an expired carton of milk was not discarded within the expiration date. this standard was completed at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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
- Report comments
- 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 CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 mo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B At the time of inspection, it was observed that (1) or more staff personnel did not have a current signed Attestation of Good Moral Character. This standard was corrected at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. At the time of inspection, it was observed that one or more staff members who were no longer employed with the pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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
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
How does the center manage and verify the status of staff members in the state background screening system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 show that the facility had difficulty maintaining a current roster of personnel in the state clearinghouse. This question helps clarify the current process for keeping staff records accurate and up to date.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in May 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you explain the process for ensuring all staff have completed their required child care training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted that some personnel had not yet completed the required introductory training. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks staff professional development and training timelines.
- Context
- A later inspection in May 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current procedure for maintaining proof of annual fire safety inspections?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from January 2026 indicate the facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection on file at that time. This question helps confirm that the facility now maintains all necessary safety documentation.
- Context
- A later inspection in May 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff monitor food inventory to ensure all items are fresh and within their expiration dates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 mention an instance where an expired food item was found in the kitchen. This question allows parents to learn about the center's daily food safety and storage routines.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in May 2026 was clean.
Related violations
General question
What is the center's approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any changes in staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps families feel connected to the care environment and informed about the staff caring for their children. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps families updated on daily operations.