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Pre-Tech Academy

14901 SW 42nd St Ste 107, Miami, FL 33185

License:
C11MD1702
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity:
144
License expiration:
February 26, 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

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 inspectionJune 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 13, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Pre-Tech Academy from February 24, 2023 through June 24, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on June 24, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.

Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33185

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.33
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
25%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.08

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.

Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A wading pool, or inflatable water slide with a landing area where water collects, was used by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, H Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
Wading pools, including inflatable water slides with a landing area where water collects, are prohibited. At the time of inspection, the provider had wading pools and water equipment that collected water outside with the children using and playing in it. The provider had all the water removed from the water equipments and disconnected them.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-10
View official 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]
Report comments
Last fire drill was conducted on 2/4/26One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 10/23/25One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on 12/18/25One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on 2/4/26One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 8/26/25One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on 11/18/25Fire inspection 1/23/25Fire extinguisher 2/253.8.2 Fire Safety 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 cu ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 4, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
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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
Inspector notes
FSC observed at the time of inspection one of the staff does not complete the 40 hours requirement training. T.A. Childcare personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare 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.
Correction status
Due by March 29, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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
FSC observed at the time of inspection Employee/Contractor Roster is not current. During the inspection provider update the employee contractor roster for compliance. T.A. 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
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09

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

Can you explain the current process for managing staff background screening records and keeping the personnel roster up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection report indicate a finding regarding the maintenance of the employee and contractor roster in the state clearinghouse.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the center's policy regarding the use of water play equipment to ensure it aligns with safety standards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 noted a finding regarding the use of prohibited water equipment, which was corrected at the time of the visit.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all required annual fire safety inspections are completed and documented on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from February 2026 show a finding regarding the status of the annual fire safety inspection.
Context
A correction was due by August 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to track and verify that all staff members complete their required training hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection report identified a finding related to staff completion of the required 40-hour introductory training.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center shares information helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and the center's operational practices.