Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.82
- Local median
- 0.37
Early Years Academy
17790 NW 78th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33015
- License:
- C11MD0896
- 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:
- 140
- License expiration:
- July 30, 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
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 inspectionMarch 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 20, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Early Years Academy from March 9, 2023 through March 20, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 14 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 20, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 20, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 14
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 3
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33015
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 28%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.96
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 8, 2024March 28, 2025March 20, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023August 14, 2023November 8, 2023Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023July 14, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- Clearinghouse was not updated when an employe was rehired.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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
- Provider does not possess an approved fire inspection by the local fire authority. Technical assistance was given per CCF handbook " 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. " Last fire ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- While reviewing children files (Red Room), (2) enrolled children health examination files was expired at the time of inspection. Technical assistance was offered per CCF handbook "The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. "
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- During the personnel file review, LS Skeen noted that the Level-2 clearinghouse clearance for personnel (MZ) was missing, as the documentation on file had expired on 2/7/2025. The clearinghouse portal was consulted to verify whether the personnel met the screening requirements. Technical assistance was provided to the provider in accordance with the CCF handbook "A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file."
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- Four names need to be inputted in roster. Technical assistance, 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. FSC observed Sippy cups with no labeled (child's first and last name) in the VPK classrooms. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by writing the first and last names on the sippy cups.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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
- TA: Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ?Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ?Health, Safety and Nutrition ?Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ?Child Growth and Development ? ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The teacher completed the attendance; however, she did not include the time of arrival and departure for 3 students. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection, by writing down the names and time of arrival for the 3 students. TA: Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Staff listed on the supplemental are still pending their exam as per provider.
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- Staff listed on the supplemental did not complete the fire extinguisher training.
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- TA: 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Observation: FSC observed a bottle of Goo Go ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E
- Inspector notes
- TA: Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements. During nap time, FSC observed a child napping in a space that was interfering with the exit area. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by placing the child away from the exit.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
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
- TA: 4.2 Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- See names on the supplemental. TA: Fire Extinguisher Training All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 your process for ensuring that all staff background screening information is kept up to date in the Clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show that the facility did not maintain a current roster for personnel in the Clearinghouse. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center manages these important administrative requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for ensuring that children's arrival and departure times are accurately recorded?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted that attendance records were missing arrival and departure times for some students. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center maintains accurate daily attendance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage the expiration dates for children's health examination forms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate that there have been instances where student health records were not current. This question helps parents understand the center's system for keeping these essential health documents up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all new staff members complete their required training and fire extinguisher safety certifications promptly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted past instances where documentation of required staff training was missing. Asking about this helps families understand the current procedures for staff development and safety preparedness.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required safety inspections, such as fire safety checks, are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection on file. This question helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing safety compliance.
Related violations