Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.15
- Local median
- 0
Thumbelina Learning Center III
1395 E 4th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33010
- License:
- C11MD0748
- 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, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 447
- License expiration:
- July 25, 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.
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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 inspectionJune 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Thumbelina Learning Center III from March 23, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 13, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from May 11, 2026 through June 26, 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
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33010
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.08
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2025March 3, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- The facility did not have a current and approved fire inspection. Fire Inspection has expired 2/27/2026. Last fire drill was conducted on 2/9/2026. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 7/9/2025. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on 10/14/2025. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on 11/14/2025. One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 1/7/2026. One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on 2/10/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
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
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]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the facility to not have a current and approved Fire Inspection on file. The last fire inspection observed was dated 1/17/2024. Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
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
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
Could you explain how the center ensures that annual fire safety inspections are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has previously been noted for not having a current and approved annual fire safety inspection on file. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center manages these important regulatory requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 6/26/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and scheduling required emergency preparedness drills throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that emergency preparedness and fire safety documentation have been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. This question allows the director to share how they maintain consistent compliance with safety drill schedules.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about the different types of emergency drills the children participate in?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center keeps parents informed about safety procedures helps families feel more confident in the daily care environment. This question provides insight into the center's transparency and communication style regarding routine safety practices.
General question
What training do staff members receive to ensure they are prepared for various emergency scenarios?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff preparedness is a key component of a secure childcare environment. Learning about the training curriculum helps parents understand how the team is equipped to handle unexpected situations.
General question
How does the center balance the daily routine with the need for regular safety and emergency practice drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Integrating safety drills into the daily schedule without disrupting the children's learning experience is a sign of a well-organized program. This question helps parents see how the center prioritizes safety while maintaining a stable environment for the children.