Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.15
- Local median
- 0.12
South Dade Child Development Center
28520 SW 148th Ave, Homestead, FL 33033
- License:
- C11MD0429
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 475
- License expiration:
- June 18, 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 inspectionMay 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for South Dade Child Development Center from February 13, 2023 through May 18, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 30, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of June 30, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Seven later inspections, from July 25, 2024 through May 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 2
- 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
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33033
Compared to 40 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.33
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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed the fence near the playground in bad condition. The fence was broken at the ground level. Technical assistance below: CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the FSC reviewed the fire inspection at the center and found that the fire inspection was expired as of 10/12/2023. Last fire drill was conducted on [9/20/2023], One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route [has not been conducted for the licensure year yet], One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on [9/7/2023], and One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority [has not been conducted for the licensure year yet], One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on [9/7/2023], and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill [has not been conducted for the licensure year yet]. Fire Extinguisher Inspected: August 2023 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 do you currently maintain the outdoor play area to ensure the fencing remains secure and at ground level?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2024 inspection noted that the base of the outdoor fence was not at ground level. Asking about current maintenance helps parents understand how the center keeps play areas secure for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for tracking and scheduling annual fire safety inspections?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2023 indicated the facility did not have a current, approved fire safety inspection on file at that time. This question helps parents understand how the center manages regulatory compliance and safety documentation.
- Context
- The center has had multiple inspections since this report with no further findings in this area.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for ensuring that all staff are actively supervising children during outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Active supervision is a core component of child safety in any group care setting. Understanding how teachers are positioned and how they monitor play areas helps parents feel confident in the daily care their child receives.
General question
How do you communicate with parents if there are changes to your emergency preparedness or safety procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding safety protocols ensures that families are informed and prepared. Knowing the center's notification process helps parents understand how they will be updated on important operational changes.
General question
What kind of training do your staff members receive regarding facility maintenance and identifying potential safety hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training on facility upkeep is essential for maintaining a secure environment. This question helps parents understand how the center empowers its team to proactively identify and address maintenance needs.