Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.12
Steve's Academy
28901 SW 137th Ave, Homestead, FL 33033
- License:
- C11MD1680
- 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: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 92
- License expiration:
- December 2, 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 inspectionApril 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Steve's Academy from March 30, 2023 through April 2, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 24, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of May 25, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from January 7, 2026 through April 2, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33033
Compared to 40 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.33
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
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. T.A. 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 prog ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 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
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 tell me about the current status of the facility's annual fire safety inspection?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection report noted that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection on file at that time. Asking about this helps confirm that the necessary documentation is now up to date.
- Context
- A later inspection on April 2, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
How does the center prepare staff and children for emergency situations like fire drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center manages emergency preparedness routines gives families insight into how the facility prioritizes safety and keeps staff trained on evacuation procedures.
General question
What is the process for keeping parents informed about changes to facility policies or safety procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels help families stay updated on how the center maintains its environment and follows regulatory standards.
General question
How are daily routines structured to ensure that children are always well-supervised?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about supervision practices during transitions, meals, and play helps parents understand how the center maintains a consistent and attentive environment for all children.
General question
What kind of training do staff members receive regarding health and safety requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training is a key component of a well-run facility, and knowing how the center supports professional development helps families feel confident in the care provided.