Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.33
Morningside Montessori School
5051 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137
- License:
- C11MD1061
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 3:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- November 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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Morningside Montessori School from March 17, 2023 through April 3, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 17, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 17, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33137
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 21%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.6
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 9, 2023October 20, 2025March 17, 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: 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
- Inspector notes
- 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 At the time of the inspection, it was observed that one or more child care personnel did not have documentation verifying completion of a Department-approved five-hour Early Literacy and Language Development course within 12 months of their date of employment in the child care industry. Although the course had been co ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed that one or more child care personnel did not have documentation verifying completion of a Department-approved five-hour Early Literacy and Language Development course within 12 months of their date of employment in the child care industry. Although the course had been completed, it was not reflecting on the individuals Florida Pathways/Registry transcript, as required by the Child Care Facility Handbook, Sections 4.2.2 and 4.5, C. Technical Assistance Provided: Technical assistance was provided to the director regarding verification of completed training courses in the Florida Pathways/Registry. The director was advised to conta ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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: 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
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
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 describe your current process for tracking and verifying that all staff have completed their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some staff training documentation was missing or not properly uploaded to the registry. This question helps clarify how the center ensures all personnel stay current with their required professional development.
- Context
- The facility was given a correction due date of 4/17/2026 for this item.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff training records are consistently updated in the state registry to reflect completed coursework?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that staff training documentation has been a recurring topic in multiple inspections between 2023 and 2026. Asking about this process helps families understand the current administrative practices for maintaining staff records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to support new teachers in completing their mandatory introductory training requirements shortly after they join your team?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate that training requirements have been a point of focus in previous reports. This question allows the director to explain how they prioritize and monitor the onboarding and training of new staff members.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with parents if there is a change in the primary teaching staff for a classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication regarding staffing changes helps parents feel informed and comfortable with the care environment. Understanding this process provides insight into how the center manages transitions and maintains transparency with families.
General question
What is your approach to ongoing professional development for your teachers throughout the school year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the center's commitment to teacher growth helps parents understand the value placed on high-quality instruction. This topic provides a broader view of how the center supports its staff beyond basic regulatory requirements.