Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.64
- Local median
- 0.47
Maranatha Child Development Center
18900 NW 32nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
- License:
- C11MD1112
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 103
- License expiration:
- April 29, 2027
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 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 14, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Maranatha Child Development Center from April 21, 2023 through March 23, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 23, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33056
Compared to 40 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024March 23, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024March 23, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Mixed group (3-4 yr old) with 1 staff and 9 children in 11 cap2-4 year class with 2 staff and 10 children in 12 cap, Infants class with 1 staff and 5 children 10 cap - Violation issued and another staff join in to correct the violation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3). See confidential notes for details
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- All childcare personnel have expired CAN form dated 3/20/2025 at the time of inspection on 3/23/2026. Violation issued. See confidential notes for details.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility was required to have at least [1] credentialed child care personnel and had [0] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when a staff credentialed was called and came back to the facility. Technical assistance, For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when staff left the facility. Technical assistance, Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF- FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website ww.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-05
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 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when the person left the facility. Technical assistance, 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
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At time of inspection, FSC observed that ( 5 ) immunization records on file were expired. TA was provided to the provider explaining that all student health and immunization records must always remain up to date and available for review by licensing. Provider was given a corrective action date of 30 days ( 5/12/24 ).
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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
How does the center ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or busy periods?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show an instance where the required staff-to-child ratio was not met. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center manages supervision and staffing levels to remain in compliance.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2024 noted that documentation for background screening was missing for a staff member. This question allows parents to learn about the administrative procedures the center uses to keep personnel files current.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the center's approach to staff training and how you track completion of required certifications for all employees?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2026 show repeated findings related to staff training and credential requirements. Asking about current training management helps parents understand how the center supports staff development and meets regulatory standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and audit personnel records to ensure all required forms and acknowledgments are complete and current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2024 and 2026 indicate repeated findings regarding the maintenance of personnel and volunteer records. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative oversight and recordkeeping practices.
Related violations
General question
What is the center's policy for communicating with parents if there are changes in the daily routine or if a child's health or immunization records need updating?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding health records and daily routines is essential for a smooth partnership between families and the center. Understanding these policies helps parents feel confident about how the center manages important updates.