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Winhold Montessori Schools Inc

17555 S Dixie Hwy, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157

License:
C11MD0496
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
146
License expiration:
November 6, 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.

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 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 29, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Winhold Montessori Schools Inc from March 8, 2023 through May 29, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 8, 2023 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 10, 2023.

11 later inspections, from March 23, 2023 through May 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33157

Compared to 56 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.12

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
0.23

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed a classroom of three teachers and one teacher didn't have background screening and another teacher stepped in to be counted for ratio. Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children, and applies at all times while children are in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed child care personnel with expired fingerprints. 5.1 Initial Screening A. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. All fingerprints must be submitted and processed through the Background Screening Clearinghouse and therefore a LiveScan vendor that is Clearinghouse compatible must be used for submission of fingerprints.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02

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 your current process for ensuring all staff members maintain up-to-date background screening and clearance documentation?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2023 show a finding regarding missing documentation for staff background screening. This question helps clarify how the center currently tracks and manages these requirements for all personnel.
Context
A later inspection with no CARES violation flag appears after the latest parsed violation date.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage classroom staffing to ensure that required ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2023 noted a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center monitors and supports proper supervision levels.
Context
A later inspection with no CARES violation flag appears after the latest parsed violation date.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to onboarding new staff to ensure they are fully integrated into the classroom and familiar with safety protocols?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the training and transition process for new employees helps families feel confident in the consistency of care provided to children. This is a standard part of evaluating how a center maintains its daily operations.
General question

How do you communicate with families if there is a change in the regular teaching staff for a specific classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication regarding staffing changes helps build trust and keeps parents informed about who is directly supervising their children. This question helps families understand the center's standard for keeping parents updated.
General question

What steps does the leadership team take to monitor classroom environments and support teachers in their daily responsibilities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Active oversight by management is a key factor in maintaining a high-quality environment for children. Learning about the director's involvement in the classrooms provides insight into the center's overall culture and supervision practices.