Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.31
- Local median
- 0.23
Palmetto Presbyterian Preschool
6790 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33155
- License:
- C11MD0570
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 108
- License expiration:
- September 23, 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 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for Palmetto Presbyterian Preschool from January 10, 2023 through May 15, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on September 5, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of October 7, 2024.
Seven later inspections, from October 11, 2024 through May 15, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 12.5 local median in 33155
Compared to 30 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 6%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 19%
- Local median
- 15%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.63
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
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Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the childcare personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete the early literacy within 12 months of being in the industry. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all required personnel complete the early literacy training within 12 months of being in the industry. Childcare staff listed on the confidential page must complete the early literacy training.
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the background screening roster in the clearinghouse was not current with employees hire/termination date. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel are added to the clearinghouse roster within 5 days of being hired and terminated. The clearinghouse roster will need to be updated with all employees.
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2024
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[months for September and October and the date for November was missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- FSC was reviewing the fire drill and notice the month of September and October were missing and the month of November was missing the date that it was conducted. TA was given to provider referencing the CCF Handbook. 3.8.4 Fire Drills C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany childcare personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-08
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed evidence of a roach in the refrigerator of facility. Technical assistance was given to provider per CCF handbook " All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months."
- Correction status
- Due by June 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [the date to which the parent received/signed the report]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed one accident/incident report to be incomplete, in which it was missing the date to which the parent received/signed the report. Technical assistance was given tio provider per CCF handbook " Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs. "
- Correction status
- Due by June 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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 process for keeping staff background screening records up to date in the state clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in September 2024 noted that the facility's employee roster in the state clearinghouse was not current. Asking about this helps clarify how the center now manages these administrative requirements to ensure all staff records remain accurate.
- Context
- A later inspection with no violation flag occurred in May 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members complete their required professional development and literacy training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2024 indicated that some staff documentation for early literacy training was missing or not properly uploaded. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking and verifying that all personnel meet their training deadlines.
- Context
- A later inspection with no violation flag occurred in May 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the current procedure for documenting fire drills and ensuring all required information is recorded after each practice?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from January 2024 show that some fire drill logs were missing specific dates or months. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the facility ensures these safety records are complete and accurate.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through how the center handles and documents accident or incident reports to ensure families are fully informed?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from May 2023 noted an instance where an incident report was missing a parent signature date. This question helps clarify the current steps taken to ensure all documentation is complete and that parents are properly notified when an event occurs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are the daily routines and professional services used to maintain a clean and pest-free environment for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from May 2023 noted an observation regarding facility cleanliness. Asking about the current cleaning schedule and maintenance practices helps parents understand how the center keeps the environment in good condition.
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