Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.42
- Local median
- 0.21
Coconut Grove Montessori School
3280 Bird Ave, Miami, FL 33133
- License:
- C11MD1319
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 43
- License expiration:
- May 10, 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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionMay 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Coconut Grove Montessori School from January 9, 2023 through May 1, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 6, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of May 21, 2024.
Seven later inspections, from May 21, 2024 through May 1, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33133
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.18
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist arrived at the premises and was unable to ring bell since it was broken, iron fence prevented access to the premises to knock on the door. After several minutes, access was granted by a teacher who opened the gate. Technical Assistance was given to the provider as per CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A ( 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. )
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that One (1) personnel record/file or copies of the record/file was not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the Licensing authority. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per CCF Handbook that ( Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that Level 2 Clearinghouse Screening Clearance documentation was missing for One (1) supervised Child Care Personnel. DCF Child Care Eligibility Determination was N/A at the time of the Renewal Inspection. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per CCF Handbook that (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 May 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the clearinghouse. Six (6) employees were not listed in the Clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that (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 June 6, 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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed the facility to have an expired Fire Inspection. Per DCF 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."
- Correction status
- Due by November 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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 walk me through your current process for maintaining staff records and ensuring all background screening documentation is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection noted issues with maintaining the employee roster and personnel files in the clearinghouse. Asking about your current process helps families understand how you keep these important records organized and compliant.
- Context
- The facility has had clean inspections since the 2024 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that facility equipment, such as entry systems, is kept in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection noted a concern regarding the maintenance of the facility's entry bell. Asking about your maintenance routine helps parents understand how you keep the environment in good working order.
- Context
- The facility has had clean inspections since the 2024 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your annual fire safety inspections to ensure all documentation remains current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 indicated a gap in documented fire inspection proof. This question helps parents understand how you track and maintain essential safety certifications.
- Context
- The facility has had clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required personnel files are kept on-site and readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 identified that certain personnel records were not available on-site at the time of the review. This question helps clarify your current administrative practices for maintaining staff documentation.
- Context
- The facility has had clean inspections since the 2024 report.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in center operations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Learning about your methods for sharing information helps parents feel confident in their daily engagement with the program.